Daily animal facts honey pot ants

AdamsAnts on Instagram: "Myrmecocystus mexicanus, or the Golden Honey Pot Ant, is a species of ant known for its unique “replete” workers, which store nectar and liquids in their swollen abdomens, acting as living food reserves for the colony. Native to the arid regions of Mexico and the southwestern United States, these ants are prized by keepers for their striking appearance and fascinating survival strategy, thriving in harsh desert environments by storing food for lean times. They are noctur