From my office window I can see all those plants whose leaves have been weaved together to form pods. Getting a closer look you can see they are thriving with activity. These unusual natural constructions are actually the work of what is called the Green Tree Ants (or the weaver ants). I was already used to them in Western Papua but I never had such a close look at them before. The nests are in fact bound with silk produced by their larvae. Most of the nest construction and weaving is conducted at night with major workers weaving towards the exterior of the nests and minor workers weaving within the interior. It really makes for a fascinating viewing and their work can keep you busy for hours!
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