Tramps & Invaders
The rise of human civilization has brought significant changes to the world's ant fauna. Previously obscure ants thrive in new urban and human-modified landscapes, transforming themselves into damaging pest species. A great many species have risen to global dominance by hitchhiking around with trade, cargo, and commerce.
The aptly-named Ghost Ant, Tapinoma melanocephalum, is a house pest in warmer climates around the world. The species is instantly recognizeable by its small size and distinct translucent coloration.
Maquipucuna reserve, Pichincha, Ecuador
The aptly-named Ghost Ant, Tapinoma melanocephalum, is a house pest in warmer climates around the world. The species is instantly recognizeable by its small size and distinct translucent coloration.
Maquipucuna reserve, Pichincha, Ecuador
Canon EOS 7D |
Original size: 4016x2668 |
Current: 800x532 |
