Ant overseeing aphids

[IanClark]

Spotted these aphids on the underside of a leaf and noticed a few ants about. The ants weren't feeding but seemed to be more patrolling them or farming them. Whatever it was they were doing, they were marching backwards and forwards, occasionally running their front legs and antenae over them.

 

[Deleted member 34016]

Nice shot- Ant's milk Aphids and protect them from predators thats a fact and you have some decent images of nature at work


Les

 

[jobartlett]

The 1st one is my fav. The composition, texture and colour are all spot on for me

Well caught

 

[Azure]

that is too cool...

 

[IanClark]

Thank you for your comments all, and for Lez's explanation. Much appreciated

 

[Cliffsh]

nice one buddy.

 

[IanClark]

Cheers Cliff did ya see my Miner bee? first time I've ever got one on my hand. Posted here, little bit further down.

 

[geoff0795]

That is very cool,both the pic & the info,thanks!