myrmecophile (Meaning)
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myrmecophile (n)
an organism such as an insect that habitually shares the nest of a species of ant
Synonyms & Antonyms of myrmecophile
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myrmecophile Sentence Examples
- Myrmecophiles, organisms that rely on ants for survival, are fascinating creatures in the animal kingdom.
- Ants provide myrmecophiles with food, shelter, and protection from predators.
- Some myrmecophiles, like the Maculinea butterfly, have evolved intricate relationships with ants.
- The Maculinea butterfly's larvae secrete chemicals that attract ants, who carry them to their nests.
- Myrmecophiles have adapted various strategies to live harmoniously within ant colonies.
- Some ant-guests, such as the myrmecophilous cricket, mimic the behavior of ants to avoid detection.
- Myrmecophiles can be found in various ant societies, including those of harvester ants, leaf-cutter ants, and carpenter ants.
- The study of myrmecophiles, known as myrmecophily, sheds light on the complexities of symbiotic relationships.
- Myrmecophiles have evolved a remarkable range of adaptations to coexist with ants in their complex social structures.
- The fascinating interactions between myrmecophiles and ants continue to captivate researchers and nature enthusiasts alike.
FAQs About the word myrmecophile
an organism such as an insect that habitually shares the nest of a species of ant
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Myrmecophiles, organisms that rely on ants for survival, are fascinating creatures in the animal kingdom.
Ants provide myrmecophiles with food, shelter, and protection from predators.
Some myrmecophiles, like the Maculinea butterfly, have evolved intricate relationships with ants.
The Maculinea butterfly's larvae secrete chemicals that attract ants, who carry them to their nests.
