Interestingly, there are some studies that suggest the aphids secrete the honeyd...

ultimape on Sept 2, 2015 | parent | context | favorite | on: Ants are as Effective as Pesticides

Interestingly, there are some studies that suggest the aphids secrete the honeydew as a response to high lady-bug populations. In nature, it's hard to tell who is taking advantage of who.

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