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Ants play a crucial role in the breeding of aphids

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by Yvan from St-Jérôme CA on 30 May 2026
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Ants play a crucial role in the breeding of aphids. They collect honeydew, a sweet liquid produced by aphids, which constitutes an important food source for them. In exchange, the ants protect the aphids from their predators and move them to better feeding areas. This interaction is a classic example of mutualism, where both species gain a mutual benefit. Exposure data: Nikon D3500, Tokina 100mm macro-lens, 1/800 sec f/8 ISO 800

  • Camera: NIKON D3500
  • Shutter speed: 0.00125 sec

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