Bracing the Wild: 18 Remarkable Animal Adaptations for Supreme Survival in the Toughest Terrains

The Leafcutter Ant's Farming Skills

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Leafcutter ants, found in the tropical rainforests of South America, are nature's farmers. They cut leaves and carry them back to their colonies to cultivate a fungus, which serves as their primary food source. This unique adaptation allows them to thrive in an environment with intense competition for food.

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