This set includes the tiny white eggs were ants get their start. Larvae come next, moulting several times before entering a period of rest and growth as pupae. The adult ant that emerges is darker in colour, but will not grow larger because of its exoskeleton. Ants live in large colonies led by a queen, whose only job is to lay eggs. Worker ants do the heavy lifting, retrieving food and expanding the colony, while drones exist only to mate with the queen. The early stages of an ant’s life cycle aren’t very colourful, as most of their energy is devoted to eating. But adult ants have distinct coloration depending on the species. This adult ant is 2 ¾ inches long. Ants have been discovered trapped in amber dating to 95 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period. That they outlived the dinosaurs isn’t surprising, but today their biomass (combined weight of all ants in the world) would be greater than any other creature. Their colonies are strictly organized, with the queen choosing whether her eggs are male or female. Females will become workers or other queens, while males will become drones. Only queens and drones have wings
- Educational Journey: The Life Cycle of an Ant Set takes children on an enlightening journey from the tiny white eggs to the industrious adult ants. The set includes figurines depicting four stages: egg, larvae, pupae, and adult ant.
- Realistic Representation: The set accurately mirrors the development stages and colors of ants, making it a powerful educational tool that blends learning and play.
- Size and Color: The adult ant figurine in this set measures 2 ¾ inches long, showcasing distinctive colors depending on the species, which vary from the early life stages that are less colorful.
- Safety First: As with all Safari Ltd products, this Life Cycle of an Ant set is made of non-toxic, BPA-free materials, ensuring safe playtime for your child.
- Engaging Detail: The finely sculpted and hand-painted figurines capture the intricacies of each life stage, making this an engaging, hands-on way to learn about ant biology.
- Educational Journey: The Life Cycle of an Ant Set takes children on an enlightening journey from the tiny white eggs to the industrious adult ants. The set includes figurines depicting four stages: egg, larvae, pupae, and adult ant.
- Realistic Representation: The set accurately mirrors the development stages and colors of ants, making it a powerful educational tool that blends learning and play.
- Size and Color: The adult ant figurine in this set measures 2 ¾ inches long, showcasing distinctive colors depending on the species, which vary from the early life stages that are less colorful.
- Safety First: As with all Safari Ltd products, this Life Cycle of an Ant set is made of non-toxic, BPA-free materials, ensuring safe playtime for your child.
- Engaging Detail: The finely sculpted and hand-painted figurines capture the intricacies of each life stage, making this an engaging, hands-on way to learn about ant biology.
