Liometopum
is a dolichoderine ant genus found in Asia and North America. Colonies of these aggressive insects are large and are often found nesting in the dead interior of mature living trees. The three North American species are restricted to the western part of the continent.
Inside a nest of Liometopum apiculatum workers have piled developing brood up under a sun-warmed rock. Heat accelerates the process of metamorphosis.
Portal, Arizona, USA
Inside a nest of Liometopum apiculatum workers have piled developing brood up under a sun-warmed rock. Heat accelerates the process of metamorphosis.
Portal, Arizona, USA
Canon EOS D60 |
Original size: 2880x1892 |
Current: 800x526 |
