TIL I learned about Colobopis explodens (yes, that’s really their name) ants
If attacked, they bite the predator, angle their bottoms towards it, and explode. The exploding ant dies, but releases a toxic, spicy-scented yellow substance which also kills the predator, protecting the colony
Another 📷 from my hike yesterday. Large red ants marching along are a common sight here. I thought they were carrying seeds, but on closer inspection I think they’re carrying decapitated heads of their fellow workers. 🐜
