Ants, hermit crabs and tadpoles show three very different ways animals live: in giant cooperative colonies, inside borrowed shells, and through a dramatic change from water to land. This featured selection gathers one standout read on each. Learn how tiny Argentine ants build sprawling colonies, pick up pet hermit crab facts before bringing one home, and get practical tips on raising tadpoles as they grow legs and become frogs.
Scientific Classification & Quick Facts Common name Argentine ant Scientific name Linepithema humile Kingdom Animalia Phylum Arthropoda Class Insecta Order Hymenoptera Family Formicidae Genus Linepithema Conservation status Least Concern Type Ant Diet Sweets, honeydew, insects, meat and fats Habitat Moist places under debris; often invades homes Native range Northern Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, southern Brazil Size…
Raising tadpoles is a little bit different from raising a puppy or even from raising your little sister. You won’t ever have to clean up when they have an accident on the floor. A puppy or your little sister won’t turn into a frog, either, even if you want your little sister to turn into…
Hermit crabs make fun and interesting pets – in fact, they are probably more interesting than you know! In order to have one of these creatures as a pet, it is absolutely essential that you know a few vital hermit crab facts. Fortunately, this can make for a fun learning experience as well. So, what…