Ant Hills Collection

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

A Visit to the T Sitsa Waterfalls, South Africa (engraving)
1044742 A Visit to the T Sitsa Waterfalls, South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the T Sitsa Waterfalls, South Africa)

Panoramic View of the Battle on 21 October 1899, the Infantry attacking the Boer Position on the Heights at Elands
1043479 Panoramic View of the Battle on 21 October 1899, the Infantry attacking the Boer Position on the Heights at Elands Laagte (engraving) by Nash

Grass covered anthills in ancient chalk grassland at dawn, Parsonage Down NNR, Wiltshire, UK, June 2011

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

Termite mound, Exmouth Western Australia
Termite mound nest in Exmouth, Western Australia

Termite mound, Exmouth, Australia
Termite mound nest in Exmouth, Western Australia

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

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"Unveiling the Intricate World of Ant Hills: From South Africa's T Sitsa Waterfalls to England's Ancient Chalk Grasslands" RBG18-1898, an engraving capturing the mesmerizing beauty of a visit to the T Sitsa Waterfalls in South Africa. As you explore this enchanting landscape, your eyes are drawn to something unexpected - ant hills. These tiny mounds dotting the grass-covered plains tell a story of resilience and intricate engineering. Panoramic View of the Battle on 21 October 1899 takes us back in time, showcasing how even amidst war, nature thrives. The infantry attacking Boer positions on Elands Laagte Heights unknowingly pass by these anthills, oblivious to their significance. Moving closer to home, we find ourselves at Parsonage Down NNR in Wiltshire. At dawn, as sunlight bathes the ancient chalk grassland, it reveals a breathtaking sight - grass-covered anthills rising from the earth like miniature mountains. A testament to nature's artistry and adaptability. Winklebury Hill in Wiltshire presents another spectacle - Yellow Meadow Ant ant-hills nestled within chalk downland habitat. These structures serve as homes for colonies tirelessly working together for survival against all odds. Venturing further afield brings us face-to-face with Cathedral termite mounds in Australia. Towering high into the sky like architectural wonders, they stand as monuments created by tiny creatures that shape entire ecosystems. Exmouth Western Australia boasts its own termite mounds; majestic formations that dominate the landscape and remind us of nature's ability to create extraordinary structures from humble beginnings. In Warwickshire England, we witness a juvenile Great Spotted Woodpecker feeding at an ant nest near its vibrant red crest contrasting against lush green surroundings – highlighting how ants play an essential role in providing sustenance for other species.