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Did you know that green ants have the ability to spray formic acid? These formidable architects defend their kingdom by ejecting formic acid from their abdomens as a defence tactic 💥 This week is Bugs in My Backyard Week, and we’re encouraging everyone to step outside and explore! If you spot a green ant this week, make sure to 📸 and upload it to iNaturalist.org 🥳 🐛 #bimby #bugsinmybackyard #ant #greenant #ausgeo #insects | Australian Geographic
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