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  1. I've hooked the queen and her now FOUR nantics to a new outworld with a better nesting option.

    Her daughters are nervously exploring the new space until they get freaked out and run back to mom.

    It's amazing to watch.

    #queenant #antqueen #antkeeping #ants #petant #carpenterants #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  2. I've hooked the queen and her now FOUR nantics to a new outworld with a better nesting option.

    Her daughters are nervously exploring the new space until they get freaked out and run back to mom.

    It's amazing to watch.

    #queenant #antqueen #antkeeping #ants #petant #carpenterants #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  3. I've hooked the queen and her now FOUR nantics to a new outworld with a better nesting option.

    Her daughters are nervously exploring the new space until they get freaked out and run back to mom.

    It's amazing to watch.

    #queenant #antqueen #antkeeping #ants #petant #carpenterants #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  4. I've hooked the queen and her now FOUR nantics to a new outworld with a better nesting option.

    Her daughters are nervously exploring the new space until they get freaked out and run back to mom.

    It's amazing to watch.

    #queenant #antqueen #antkeeping #ants #petant #carpenterants #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  5. I've hooked the queen and her now FOUR nantics to a new outworld with a better nesting option.

    Her daughters are nervously exploring the new space until they get freaked out and run back to mom.

    It's amazing to watch.

    #queenant #antqueen #antkeeping #ants #petant #carpenterants #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  6. It is unreasonable that any bug could be this cute! when I open the drawer she always carefully picks up her eggs. She’s holding the most mature larva and it’s silk cocoon in the first photo. I guess she’s ready to run and start over if needed. What an incredible mother.

    If you look back through this thread you can see how far she's come!

    #ants #antqueen #antkeeping #carpenterAnts #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  7. It is unreasonable that any bug could be this cute! when I open the drawer she always carefully picks up her eggs. She’s holding the most mature larva and it’s silk cocoon in the first photo. I guess she’s ready to run and start over if needed. What an incredible mother.

    If you look back through this thread you can see how far she's come!

    #ants #antqueen #antkeeping #carpenterAnts #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  8. It is unreasonable that any bug could be this cute! when I open the drawer she always carefully picks up her eggs. She’s holding the most mature larva and it’s silk cocoon in the first photo. I guess she’s ready to run and start over if needed. What an incredible mother.

    If you look back through this thread you can see how far she's come!

    #ants #antqueen #antkeeping #carpenterAnts #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  9. It is unreasonable that any bug could be this cute! when I open the drawer she always carefully picks up her eggs. She’s holding the most mature larva and it’s silk cocoon in the first photo. I guess she’s ready to run and start over if needed. What an incredible mother.

    If you look back through this thread you can see how far she's come!

    #ants #antqueen #antkeeping #carpenterAnts #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  10. It is unreasonable that any bug could be this cute! when I open the drawer she always carefully picks up her eggs. She’s holding the most mature larva and it’s silk cocoon in the first photo. I guess she’s ready to run and start over if needed. What an incredible mother.

    If you look back through this thread you can see how far she's come!

    #ants #antqueen #antkeeping #carpenterAnts #camponotus #camponotusPennsylvanicus

  11. 5 Ways to Use #FallenTrees, According to Arborists

    Don't let a fallen tree go to waste.

    By Michelle Mastro
    Published on February 18, 2026

    "A dead tree lying in the middle of your yard can detract from your home’s overall beauty. But before having it hauled away and disposed of, consider the many ways you can give it a second life. From turning leaves into garden mulch to repurposing the trunk into a beautiful garden path, using fallen trees in the garden is a sustainable practice that helps your green spaces thrive. Ahead, arborists share the genius ways they’ve used fallen trees to support plants and local wildlife.

    [...]

    "Consider allowing the tree to decompose naturally to support fungi and surrounding trees. 'Retaining a certain amount of dead wood within an environment can allow the surrounding trees to benefit,' Middleton says. Some fungi will take the easiest opportunity available to them, utilizing the dead tree rather than 'attacking' healthy, standing trees, he says.

    "At the same time, dead wood is also incredibly valuable to #wildlife, supporting #biodiversity by providing shelter, nesting, and food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals. In fact, fallen trees are a favorite feeding spot of pileated #woodpeckers, who love the #CarpenterAnts often found there.

    Read more:
    marthastewart.com/ways-to-use-

    #SolarPunkSunday #Trees #Deadwood #Mulch #Nature

  12. 5 Ways to Use #FallenTrees, According to Arborists

    Don't let a fallen tree go to waste.

    By Michelle Mastro
    Published on February 18, 2026

    "A dead tree lying in the middle of your yard can detract from your home’s overall beauty. But before having it hauled away and disposed of, consider the many ways you can give it a second life. From turning leaves into garden mulch to repurposing the trunk into a beautiful garden path, using fallen trees in the garden is a sustainable practice that helps your green spaces thrive. Ahead, arborists share the genius ways they’ve used fallen trees to support plants and local wildlife.

    [...]

    "Consider allowing the tree to decompose naturally to support fungi and surrounding trees. 'Retaining a certain amount of dead wood within an environment can allow the surrounding trees to benefit,' Middleton says. Some fungi will take the easiest opportunity available to them, utilizing the dead tree rather than 'attacking' healthy, standing trees, he says.

    "At the same time, dead wood is also incredibly valuable to #wildlife, supporting #biodiversity by providing shelter, nesting, and food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals. In fact, fallen trees are a favorite feeding spot of pileated #woodpeckers, who love the #CarpenterAnts often found there.

    Read more:
    marthastewart.com/ways-to-use-

    #SolarPunkSunday #Trees #Deadwood #Mulch #Nature

  13. 5 Ways to Use #FallenTrees, According to Arborists

    Don't let a fallen tree go to waste.

    By Michelle Mastro
    Published on February 18, 2026

    "A dead tree lying in the middle of your yard can detract from your home’s overall beauty. But before having it hauled away and disposed of, consider the many ways you can give it a second life. From turning leaves into garden mulch to repurposing the trunk into a beautiful garden path, using fallen trees in the garden is a sustainable practice that helps your green spaces thrive. Ahead, arborists share the genius ways they’ve used fallen trees to support plants and local wildlife.

    [...]

    "Consider allowing the tree to decompose naturally to support fungi and surrounding trees. 'Retaining a certain amount of dead wood within an environment can allow the surrounding trees to benefit,' Middleton says. Some fungi will take the easiest opportunity available to them, utilizing the dead tree rather than 'attacking' healthy, standing trees, he says.

    "At the same time, dead wood is also incredibly valuable to #wildlife, supporting #biodiversity by providing shelter, nesting, and food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals. In fact, fallen trees are a favorite feeding spot of pileated #woodpeckers, who love the #CarpenterAnts often found there.

    Read more:
    marthastewart.com/ways-to-use-

    #SolarPunkSunday #Trees #Deadwood #Mulch #Nature

  14. 5 Ways to Use #FallenTrees, According to Arborists

    Don't let a fallen tree go to waste.

    By Michelle Mastro
    Published on February 18, 2026

    "A dead tree lying in the middle of your yard can detract from your home’s overall beauty. But before having it hauled away and disposed of, consider the many ways you can give it a second life. From turning leaves into garden mulch to repurposing the trunk into a beautiful garden path, using fallen trees in the garden is a sustainable practice that helps your green spaces thrive. Ahead, arborists share the genius ways they’ve used fallen trees to support plants and local wildlife.

    [...]

    "Consider allowing the tree to decompose naturally to support fungi and surrounding trees. 'Retaining a certain amount of dead wood within an environment can allow the surrounding trees to benefit,' Middleton says. Some fungi will take the easiest opportunity available to them, utilizing the dead tree rather than 'attacking' healthy, standing trees, he says.

    "At the same time, dead wood is also incredibly valuable to #wildlife, supporting #biodiversity by providing shelter, nesting, and food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals. In fact, fallen trees are a favorite feeding spot of pileated #woodpeckers, who love the #CarpenterAnts often found there.

    Read more:
    marthastewart.com/ways-to-use-

    #SolarPunkSunday #Trees #Deadwood #Mulch #Nature

  15. 5 Ways to Use #FallenTrees, According to Arborists

    Don't let a fallen tree go to waste.

    By Michelle Mastro
    Published on February 18, 2026

    "A dead tree lying in the middle of your yard can detract from your home’s overall beauty. But before having it hauled away and disposed of, consider the many ways you can give it a second life. From turning leaves into garden mulch to repurposing the trunk into a beautiful garden path, using fallen trees in the garden is a sustainable practice that helps your green spaces thrive. Ahead, arborists share the genius ways they’ve used fallen trees to support plants and local wildlife.

    [...]

    "Consider allowing the tree to decompose naturally to support fungi and surrounding trees. 'Retaining a certain amount of dead wood within an environment can allow the surrounding trees to benefit,' Middleton says. Some fungi will take the easiest opportunity available to them, utilizing the dead tree rather than 'attacking' healthy, standing trees, he says.

    "At the same time, dead wood is also incredibly valuable to #wildlife, supporting #biodiversity by providing shelter, nesting, and food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals. In fact, fallen trees are a favorite feeding spot of pileated #woodpeckers, who love the #CarpenterAnts often found there.

    Read more:
    marthastewart.com/ways-to-use-

    #SolarPunkSunday #Trees #Deadwood #Mulch #Nature

  16. My carpenter ants have a small pile of "winter brood" as soon as it gets warm they are ready to increase in numbers. I can't wait to give them more places to explore #ants #CamponotusPennsylvanicus #carpenterAnts #antkeeping

  17. My carpenter ants have a small pile of "winter brood" as soon as it gets warm they are ready to increase in numbers. I can't wait to give them more places to explore #ants #CamponotusPennsylvanicus #carpenterAnts #antkeeping

  18. My carpenter ants have a small pile of "winter brood" as soon as it gets warm they are ready to increase in numbers. I can't wait to give them more places to explore #ants #CamponotusPennsylvanicus #carpenterAnts #antkeeping

  19. My carpenter ants have a small pile of "winter brood" as soon as it gets warm they are ready to increase in numbers. I can't wait to give them more places to explore #ants #CamponotusPennsylvanicus #carpenterAnts #antkeeping

  20. My carpenter ants have a small pile of "winter brood" as soon as it gets warm they are ready to increase in numbers. I can't wait to give them more places to explore #ants #CamponotusPennsylvanicus #carpenterAnts #antkeeping

  21. Signs you have carpenter ants

    1. keep finding tiny tools
    2. city sends tiny permit to affix to baseboard
    3. try to move a book, are told “keep this entrance clear, ma’am” because of “cement delivery coming later”
    4. Your dish rack is dismantled “because it’ll be cheaper to rebuild from scratch”
    5. no room on the dresser due to like 85 tiny pickups illegally parked there
    6. husband keeps hearing high pitched wolf whistles when exiting shower

    #antart #ants #carpenterants #drawing #antdrawings

  22. Signs you have carpenter ants

    1. keep finding tiny tools
    2. city sends tiny permit to affix to baseboard
    3. try to move a book, are told “keep this entrance clear, ma’am” because of “cement delivery coming later”
    4. Your dish rack is dismantled “because it’ll be cheaper to rebuild from scratch”
    5. no room on the dresser due to like 85 tiny pickups illegally parked there
    6. husband keeps hearing high pitched wolf whistles when exiting shower

    #antart #ants #carpenterants #drawing #antdrawings

  23. Signs you have carpenter ants

    1. keep finding tiny tools
    2. city sends tiny permit to affix to baseboard
    3. try to move a book, are told “keep this entrance clear, ma’am” because of “cement delivery coming later”
    4. Your dish rack is dismantled “because it’ll be cheaper to rebuild from scratch”
    5. no room on the dresser due to like 85 tiny pickups illegally parked there
    6. husband keeps hearing high pitched wolf whistles when exiting shower

    #antart #ants #carpenterants #drawing #antdrawings

  24. Signs you have carpenter ants

    1. keep finding tiny tools
    2. city sends tiny permit to affix to baseboard
    3. try to move a book, are told “keep this entrance clear, ma’am” because of “cement delivery coming later”
    4. Your dish rack is dismantled “because it’ll be cheaper to rebuild from scratch”
    5. no room on the dresser due to like 85 tiny pickups illegally parked there
    6. husband keeps hearing high pitched wolf whistles when exiting shower

    #antart #ants #carpenterants #drawing #antdrawings

  25. Signs you have carpenter ants

    1. keep finding tiny tools
    2. city sends tiny permit to affix to baseboard
    3. try to move a book, are told “keep this entrance clear, ma’am” because of “cement delivery coming later”
    4. Your dish rack is dismantled “because it’ll be cheaper to rebuild from scratch”
    5. no room on the dresser due to like 85 tiny pickups illegally parked there
    6. husband keeps hearing high pitched wolf whistles when exiting shower

    #antart #ants #carpenterants #drawing #antdrawings

  26. Tulip, the carpenter ant is having a chill Saturday hanging out with her 700+ sisters. She wants to know when I will name the rest of them... I'll get to it... eventually. (I will not.) Though I don't think there are enough colors and dots to tag them all. #namedAnts #tuliptheant #carpenterAnts #ants

  27. Tulip, the carpenter ant is having a chill Saturday hanging out with her 700+ sisters. She wants to know when I will name the rest of them... I'll get to it... eventually. (I will not.) Though I don't think there are enough colors and dots to tag them all. #namedAnts #tuliptheant #carpenterAnts #ants

  28. Tulip, the carpenter ant is having a chill Saturday hanging out with her 700+ sisters. She wants to know when I will name the rest of them... I'll get to it... eventually. (I will not.) Though I don't think there are enough colors and dots to tag them all. #namedAnts #tuliptheant #carpenterAnts #ants

  29. Tulip, the carpenter ant is having a chill Saturday hanging out with her 700+ sisters. She wants to know when I will name the rest of them... I'll get to it... eventually. (I will not.) Though I don't think there are enough colors and dots to tag them all. #namedAnts #tuliptheant #carpenterAnts #ants

  30. Tulip, the carpenter ant is having a chill Saturday hanging out with her 700+ sisters. She wants to know when I will name the rest of them... I'll get to it... eventually. (I will not.) Though I don't think there are enough colors and dots to tag them all. #namedAnts #tuliptheant #carpenterAnts #ants