The Guests of Ants secular & domestic scenes in art They aren't allies

They aren't allies

Filled with colorful illustrations and simple

And is the golden goose at risk of being overcooked

and the danger of forgetting that sometimes monsters hide in plain sight

The Guests of Ants secular & domestic scenes in art They aren't alliesA fascinating examination of socially parasitic invaders, from butterflies to bacteria, that survive and thrive by exploiting the communication systems of ant colonies. Down below, on sidewalks, in fallen leaves, and across the forest floor, a covert invasion is taking place. Ant colonies, revered and studied for their complex collective behaviors, are being infiltrated by tiny organisms called myrmecophiles. Using incredibly sophisticated tactics,