Wednesday, 21 April 2021

Ants in the Nest: A Possible Emerging Pressure on Sea Turtles | Entomology Today

Loggerhead sea turtle, Cumberland Island, Georgia

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Red imported fire ants and native ants may depress the emergence of sea turtle hatchlings, especially in nests near dune vegetation. A new study examines the interactions of ants with sea turtle nests and offers recommendations for reducing ant-related risks in sea turtle conservation.

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