How many ants live on earth? At least 20,000,000,000,000,000
Total biomass of this species is about 12 million tonnes, while the combined biomass of wild mammals and birds is two million tonnes and seven …
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Several species of insects are at the brink of extinction; this can have a cascading effect on upper levels of the food pyramid and shake …
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The Smithsonian steps on the ants
Iconic museum files patent claim on fungi to control leafcutter ants—a well-known fact
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Heat stress on the insects will mean higher metabolism and food demands along with a shorter lifespan
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