gliding ant
"Gliding ants" are known for their remarkable ability to control their fall and navigate back to their home tree, a crucial survival skill in rainforest canopies.
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Definition
C1Entomology
(technical)A type of ant that can control its descent and steer while falling, using its legs and body.
Example
- The gliding ant skillfully maneuvered back to its tree after being dislodged.
C1Zoology
(academic)An arboreal ant that uses a behavior called 'directed descent' to glide towards the trunk of its home tree.
Example
- In the rainforest, the gliding ant's ability to direct its fall helps it avoid predators on the forest floor.
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