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can secrete irritant chemicals from their abdomens. in singapore, colonies are often found in sea hibiscus and great morinda trees which entice the ants with nectar , the trees in return receiving protection from herbivorous insects. [ ] in indonesia, the trees supporting colonies include banana, coconut
philippines the larvae and pupae are eaten and are said to have a taste variously described as creamy, sour and lemony. [ ] in some parts of this ant's range, colonies are used as a natural form of pest control . crops that have been protected in this way have included cowpea, [ ] cashew , citrus , mango, coconut...
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