For bird enthusiasts visiting the lowland rainforests along the Madre de Dios River in eastern Peru, experiencing an army ant swarm is one of the most exciting spectacles. Following a raiding column of Burchell’s Army Ant (Eciton burchellii) not only reveals the fascinating behavior of these relentless predators but also provides a rare opportunity to… Continue reading Antbirds & Ants at lowland rainforests along the Madre de Dios River