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Weaver Ants: Facts, Defence Strategies, Habitat
All you need to know about these social insects
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated Nov 18, 2024
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated Nov 18, 2024
1 min read
All you need to know about these social insects
What is a weaver ant's main defence strategy?
A weaver ant bites and then sprays formic acid into the wound.
Can weaver ants lift weight?
A weaver ant can lift up to 100 times its own weight.
What is the length of a queen weaver ant?
A queen weaver ant may be 20-25mm long.
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