Insects are an essential part of the Preserve. They pollinate the plants, they break down the dead vegetation, and they provide a an endless source of viewing pleasure. Just look at the bees and butterflies visiting the wildflowers or the ants scurring around gathering food.
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Short video of ant vs. ant lion at Kiplinger. The lion (aka doodlebug) is a predatory larva living at the base of a sandy pit. When an ant falls in, the lion tries to knock it down by flicking sand onto the intended victim.