Ants Again

What physical traits are characteristic of Oecophylla weaver ants?

• Short legs, stout bodies, and small eyes.

• Long legs, slender bodies, and large eyes.

• Short antennae, large heads, and small mandibles.

• Long wings, fuzzy bodies, and compound eyes.

How do weaver ant colonies typically expand their territory across different plants?

• They build underground tunnels to connect trees.

• They use twigs and lianas to create bridges between plants.

• They send out winged scouts to find new host plants.

• They float on water to reach new areas.

What unique material do weaver ant larvae provide for nest construction?

• Wood pulp.

• Sticky thread (silk).

• Mud and stones.

• Plant fibers.

What chemical defense do weaver ant majors use against invaders?

• They spray a paralyzing venom.

• They release a strong repellent scent.

• They squirt formic acid.

• They secrete a sticky, immobilizing resin.