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Ant and scale insect mutualism


Many thanks to the big ant for leaving the defensive position and posing near the scale insect asking for honeydew. The scale insect give sweet liquid to the ant in exchange for protection.


Ant and scale insect mutualism by Gustavo Mazzarollo, on Flickr

Using the antenna to ask for honeydew from the scale insect


Ant and scale insect mutualism by Gustavo Mazzarollo, on Flickr


Ant and scale insect mutualism by Gustavo Mazzarollo, on Flickr


Feb 10, 2012 at 08:15 PM





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