wood ant
US /wʊd ænt/
UK /wʊd ænt/
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fourmi des bois
a large, reddish-brown ant that builds large nests of twigs and pine needles, typically found in forests
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We saw a colony of wood ants building their nest in the forest.
Nous avons vu une colonie de fourmis des bois construire leur nid dans la forêt.
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The wood ant is known for its large, dome-shaped nests.
La fourmi des bois est connue pour ses grands nids en forme de dôme.