Tropical ant with prey C016 / 6236
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Tropical ant with prey C016 / 6236
Tropical ant with prey. Close-up of a large black ant (family Formicidae) dragging a millipede it has caught across the forest floor. Photographed in Yasuni National Park, Amazon rainforest, Ecuador
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Amazon Amazonian Arthropod Arthropods Caught Eating Ecuador Ecuadorean Ecuadorian Entomological Feeding Floor Forest Formicidae Ground Insects Latin America Leaf Litter Millipede Predator Predatory Prey Rainforest South America South American Tropic Tropics Yasuni National Park
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This print captures a mesmerizing moment in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. In this close-up shot, we witness a dramatic encounter between a tropical ant and its prey. The large black ant, belonging to the Formicidae family, is seen triumphantly dragging a millipede across the forest floor. This ground-level spectacle was beautifully captured in Yasuni National Park, Ecuador. The image showcases the intricate relationship between predator and prey in nature's grand theater. The determined ant demonstrates its predatory prowess as it transports its catch through the leaf litter-covered terrain. Its strength and tenacity are evident as it navigates obstacles with precision. This single frame reflects not only an extraordinary moment but also highlights the incredible biodiversity found within South America's lush rainforests. It serves as a reminder of how interconnected species are in these delicate ecosystems. Photographed by DR MORLEY READ for Science Photo Library, this image offers viewers an opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of entomology and zoology. It invites us to marvel at the wonders of nature while igniting our curiosity about these remarkable creatures that inhabit our planet.
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