Science2026-04-15
Scientists discover “cleaner ants” that groom giant ants in Arizona desert
In the Arizona desert, scientists have uncovered a bizarre and almost unbelievable partnership between ants: tiny cone ants acting as “cleaners” for much larger harvester ants. Instead of attacking, the smaller ants crawl over the giants, licking and nibbling their bodies—even venturing between thei
By Science Daily

In the Arizona desert, scientists have uncovered a bizarre and almost unbelievable partnership between ants: tiny cone ants acting as “cleaners” for much larger harvester ants
Instead of attacking, the smaller ants crawl over the giants, licking and nibbling their bodies—even venturing between thei