Record-Breaking Ant Colony Found

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In 2002, researchers from the University of Tokyo discovered the largest ant colony ever recorded.

The Colony was estimated to cover incredible...

370 acres

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The colony of yellow crazy ants was estimated to contain over 1 million queens and an astounding 306 million worker ants.

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Now, which species would be capable of creating such a network?

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Yellow Crazy Ants

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Yellow crazy ants are an invasive species known for their aggressive behavior and ability to displace other ant species.

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They are also known for their unique way of moving, which involves moving erratically and rapidly, hence the name “crazy” ants.

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Furthermore, yellow crazy ants can also impact human activities, such as agriculture and recreation

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As their aggressive behaviour can disrupt the natural balance of ecosystems and cause economic damage.

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