Did you know that these leaf cutter ants eat fungus and their waste is a powerful antibiotic?
Leaf cutter ants can be a pest to your plants, but they also grow a unique fungus that can be used as an antibiotic or food supplement.
You know those ants that look like they’re carrying a leaf? Well, they aren’t doing that. Read on to find out more about what they are actually doing (and if you didn’t know those ants were called leaf cutter ants, this post will tell you all about them).
Leaf-cutter ants are about as fascinating and curious as it gets. Although you may live under a rock if you don’t know who leaf-cutter ants are, everyone has heard of them. They are the most famous ants in my opinion because of how much work they do and how interesting the process is.
The leafcutter ant (Atta cephalotes) is a species of ant of the subfamily Myrmicinae. It is also known by many common names such as acuña, cortadora de hojas, tacuache, toronja and zamuro amarillo. The name “leafcutter” comes from the worker’s habit of carrying small pieces of leaves or grass back to the colony. They are native to Central and South America but have been transported around the world with some populations in North America, Australia, South East Asia, and parts of Africa
Humans have found ways to use ants for all sorts of purposes. Modern buildings, bridges and machinery have all been created thanks to the ingenuity of these tiny creatures. Ants are also used in food preparation and as human fertilizer.
Leaf Cutter Ants And Fungus
We’re proud to introduce our new Leaf Cutter Ants and Fungus collection!
This collection is a collaboration between our research team and the Leaf Cutter Ants & Fungus Foundation, who have been working together for over a year to bring you the best quality ant and fungus products possible.
Our new line is made from only the finest quality material, with no additives or fillers. These ants are collected from their native habitat in the mountains of Argentina, where they live in harmony with their fungus counterparts.
Leaf Cutter Ants And Fungus
Ants are an important part of the ecosystem. In fact, they’re responsible for maintaining the balance of nutrients in the soil and helping to decompose plant material. But sometimes ants can be a problem in your garden—especially leaf cutter ants. Leaf cutter ants cut leaves and carry them back to their nests where they eat the leaf pieces and then use the waste as fertilizer for their fungus gardens (which they cultivate). This fungus is what they eat, so they need a lot of it.
To get rid of leaf cutter ants, you can find their nests and destroy them, but this is usually very difficult to do without destroying other parts of your landscaping or digging up your plants. The best way to prevent them from returning is to use a barrier between their nest and your plants using diatomaceous earth or other fine dusts that will not be consumed by ants but will still keep them out of your garden bed.
The Leaf Cutter Ant is a unique, quality product that will be the center of attention in your home.
Made with quality material, this product will last you for years to come. It’s a great gift for any occasion!
list of Leaf Cutter Ants And Fungus
- One 0.33 fluid ounce package of Kerasal Nail Renewal
- Helps reduce discoloration and thickness, as well as hydrate and exfoliate brittle nails to improve the appearance of damaged nails
- Combines the keratolytic properties of urea with hydrating propylene glycol and lactic acid to penetrate nail plates
- nail renewal formula improves nail appearance with visible results in days
- Effective for improving the appearance of nails that have been damaged
Additional Info :
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 5.5 Inches |
Width | 3.75 Inches |
Length | 0.75 Inches |
Weight | 0.05 Pounds |
Release Date | 2017-03-04T00:00:01Z |
- KILLS FAST: Kills mosquitoes, listed ant types, fleas and other listed insects
- QUICKFLIP HOSE-END SPRAYER: Hose-end-sprayer activates spray at the flip of a switch – just grip, flip and go
- LASTS ALL SUMMER: Controls up to 12 weeks against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs
- COVERAGE: Treats up to 5,000 square feet of lawn
- NO MIXING REQUIRED: Attach the sprayer to a garden hose to treat your lawn, landscape and outdoor surfaces where insects hide
Additional Info :
Color | Silver Bottle |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.5 Inches |
Width | 2 Inches |
Length | 5.25 Inches |
Weight | 1.08 Pounds |
- Fungicide: fungus control for lawns cures and prevents listed lawn diseases
- 30 Day protection: protects against lawn diseases for up to a month
- Disease control: fungicide controls red thread, brown patch, dollar spot, rust, and other listed diseases
- Rainproof protection: systemic fungicide is absorbed by grass and will not wash off
- Treats up to 5,000 sq ft
Additional Info :
Color | Ready-to-Spray |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.3 Inches |
Width | 2.6 Inches |
Length | 4.7 Inches |
Weight | 2.6 Pounds |
- Kills harmful insects on contact: Kills harmful insects including ants, sod webworms, fleas, brown dog ticks and more
- Kills listed major lawn diseases and fungus: prevents and controls black spot, brown patch, rust, powdery mildew and other listed diseases
- Rainproof In hours: Spectracide Immunox fungus plus insect control for lawns can’t be washed off by rain
- Quickflip Hose end Sprayer: Attaches easily to your garden hose and activates at the flip of a switch.
- 32 fl oz treats 2,500 SQ FT
Additional Info :
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.38 Inches |
Width | 5.56 Inches |
Length | 2.75 Inches |
Weight | 2.39 Pounds |