Meat ants are the scavengers of the forest. They forage quite widely from their nest and feed on dead animals, catch insects, and collect nectar from plants and insects. They usually build a large gravelly mound with several entrances, the mound being covered in small pebbles and often bits of vegetation. Unlike Bullants, Meat ants are harmless, however having them swarm over your feet and legs is not pleasant. They have an irritating bite and emit a not so nice odour when squashed, they are however, fascinating to watch and play a vital role in recycling nutrients!
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