Ant Hill Collection

RBG18-1898
Old unspoilt pasture studded with anthills, in the foothills of the Dinaric Alps, Croatia. Date: 15-Apr-19

The Campaign from the Boer Side (litho)
1599596 The Campaign from the Boer Side (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Campaign from the Boer Side)

Different Insects in an Ant-Hill, Termes lucifugum (engraving)
5224640 Different Insects in an Ant-Hill, Termes lucifugum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Different Insects in an Ant-Hill, Termes lucifugum)

The "Challenger Expedition"(engraving)
1053948 The " Challenger Expedition" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Challenger Expedition")

Leopard (Panthera pardus ) resting on a termite hill, yawning, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, South Africa

Cathedral termite mound, Australia C016 / 6644
Cathedral termite mound in Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory, Australia. Constructed from the chewed remnants of woody trees, mud and feces

Soil structure and fauna, artwork
Soil structure and fauna. Artwork of a vertical section through soil, showing various structures and fauna. The surface layer includes organic mulch, the bottom layer is rocks

Wood ant nest C018 / 2567
Wood ant nest. Nest of a red rood ant (Formica rufa) colony in a woodland. The red wood ant lives in a large nest usually made from a rotting tree stump covered in pine needles and other detritus

The Honey Bees Nest in an ant hill
At the Seba que River October 1870. Sketch 53 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) juvenile, feeding at ant nest, Warwickshire, England, July

Yellow Meadow Ant (Lasius flavus) ant-hills, in close-cropped sheep grazed pasture, in evening sunlight, Bacton, Suffolk, England, august

Green Woodpecker (Picus viridis) feeding damage to Yellow Meadow Ant (Lasius flavus) ant-hill, Bacton, Suffolk, England, april

Anthill being constructed. The dark area is the newest partof the ant nest. Photographed in the Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Southern wood ant nest. Nest of southern wood ants (Formica rufa) made from pine debris in a mountain woodland. Photographed in Italy

Ant mound, artwork
Ant mound. Artwork of an ant mound, the base from which these colonial eusocial insects forage for food and in which their larvae (young) are raised

Ant hill made of soil and pine needles in a pine forest. Photographed in Narke, Sweden

Termite mounds, Kafue National Park, Zambia, Africa

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Ant Hills: From Expeditions to Wildlife Encounters" RBG18-1898, The Forthcoming Somaliland Expedition, Scenes on the Line of Operations (litho), and The Campaign from the Boer Side (litho) - these historical lithographs depict various expeditions that have taken place in different parts of the world. However, hidden within these landscapes lies a fascinating aspect of nature - ant hills. Delving deeper into this miniature world, we find Different Insects in an Ant-Hill, Termes lucifugum (engraving). This engraving showcases the intricate ecosystem thriving within these mounds. Just like The "Challenger Expedition" (engraving) ventured into uncharted waters, scientists too embark on journeys to study ant hills and their inhabitants. In Kruger National Park's wilderness, a Leopard (Panthera pardus) finds solace atop a termite hill. With a yawn that echoes through time, it reminds us how ants' industrious efforts shape ecosystems. Another snapshot captures a Leopard resting on a termite hill in Limpopo; showcasing how even majestic creatures appreciate the stability provided by these structures. Moving across continents to Wiltshire, England we encounter Yellow Meadow Ants constructing their own ant-hills on chalk downland habitat at Winklebury Hill. These colonies exemplify nature's resilience and adaptability as they thrive amidst diverse environments. Venturing further south to Australia's vast terrains reveals Cathedral termite mounds standing tall against harsh conditions. These towering structures serve as testaments to termites' architectural prowess while providing shelter for countless organisms. Returning our focus beneath our feet brings attention to soil structure and fauna depicted through artwork. It highlights how ants play an integral role in maintaining healthy soils by aerating them with their tunnels and enriching them with organic matter.