Last week, a paper published in the journal Science announced a surprising discovery — an invasive species of ant is reshaping an entire savannah ecosystem in Kenya. It’s altering the landscape, and that has influenced what lions hunt and eat. Science reporter Ari Daniel brings us the story of how big-headed ants led to fewer zebra being served up for lunch.
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