Trophallaxis

“Ants are highly social insects. One unique aspect of ant biology is the transfer of food/fluid amongst members of the colony, a process called trophallaxis. Here are two Camponotus americanus (presumed ID) workers engaged in trophallaxis.”

— Kai Rogers

Shot in studio with Canon EOS 6D, canon 65mm MP-E 1-5x macro lens

About the Creator:

Kai Rogers is a 7th year MSTP student at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine.

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