Green-head ant (Rhytidoponera metallica) adds trash to the midden heap near a nest entrance. Oxley Creek, Qld.
The midden heap or trash pile near the nest of a green-headed ant (Rhytidoponera metallica) contains seeds, dirt and insect parts among other things. Liberally scattered pupal cases are also present. Oxley Creek, Qld.
The midden heap or trash pile near the nest of a green-headed ant (Rhytidoponera metallica) contains seeds, dirt and insect parts among other things. Ants can be instrumental in the distribution of seeds of certain plants. Oxley Creek, Qld.
