Ants Up Close

Most people know what ants look like, but many of these people don't know much more about this common insect. Over 12,000 ant species live around the world, on every continent except Antarctica. Ants are complex and fascinating creatures. This book focuses on ant anatomy, explores the ant life cycle, and summarizes the members in an ant colony. Fun facts and colorful photographs help readers zoom in on this tiny insect and give them an appreciation of ants' mighty role in the natural world.