DOCUMENTARIES
A documentary-style series on, you guessed it, ants! Join us as we look into the lives of various species, showcasing their unique and remarkable characteristics.
These short films are all written, narrated, filmed and edited by Jordan Dean.
Weaver ANTS
An original documentary, filmed within tropical Northern Queensland, on the ingenious “Weaver Ants” (Oecophylla smaragdina), also known as “Green Ants” here in Australia. From their large colonies and intuitive nest structures built up in the trees from leaves...to their brutal tactics of stretching out their victims...to their incredible teamwork, constructing ant bridges to traverse their environment...to their patient farming of mealybugs and aphids for their sweet honeydew...Weaver ants are certainly very fascinating ants!
MEAT ANTS
A documentary on Australia’s iconic Meat Ants (Iridomyrmex purpureus). Covering everything, from the way they kick box to resolve conflict, to their fondness of leafhopper poop...Some very fascinating ants indeed!
WOOD ANTS
In this video, we are far from home...up in the North America! Taking a brief look into the lives of the highly sophisticated, Wood Ants (Formica spp.). Also known as Mound Ants, Thatching Ants, and Field Ants.
SUGAR ANTS
A brief look into the lives of Sugar Ants, also known as Carpenter Ants (Camponotus spp.). Featuring original footage filmed within Australia.
ARGENTINE ANTS
A brief look into the lives of the highly invasive and destructive, Argentine Ants. Featuring original footage filmed within Victoria, Australia.
BULL ANTS
A brief look into the lives of the incredible Bull Ants. Featuring original footage filmed within Victoria, Australia.