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Research in the Smithsonian AntLab largely focuses on the systematics, phylogenetics, and biodiversity of ants (family Formicidae).
	Two main themes run through most of our research:
		The evolution, phylogenetics, and systematics of all ants with special emphasis on the fungus-growing ants (tribe Attini, subfamily Myrmicinae). The quantitative sampling of leaf-litter ants of South America with particular focus on the ants of the Guiana Shield.

Farmers, Warriors, Builders: The Hidden Life of Ants

Myrmecia gulosa photo by Mark W. Moffett/Minden Pictures

Although the exhibit has closed, you can still explore the photo gallery
to see ants through the eyes of photographer and Smithsonian Research Associate Mark W. Moffett.

Click on the photo to go there.

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