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Ant Architecture: The Wonder, Beauty, and Science of Underground Nests 2021
Ant Architecture: The Wonder, Beauty, and Science of Underground Nests is a 2021 book written by American biologist Walter R. Tschinkel. The work follows Tschinkel's exploration of underground ant nests through his research on ant colonies. He presents detailed insights into the architectural and biological aspects of these nests, along with the innovative techniques used in their study. Tschinkel describes his methods of casting nests using plaster, molten metal, or wax, followed by excavation and structural analysis. The book also examines the functional and environmental importance of these underground structures. It raises essential questions about ant behavior and the influence of nest design within colonies. The 2022 PROSE Award in Biological Sciences from the Association of American Publishers recognized this work.
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- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- ISBN
- 9780691179315
- Pages
- 248
