Mr_Ced
Colony
Due to the major amount of Wood Ant colonies, there has been a major decrease in the amount of predatory beetles, spiders, and larva. This opens the doors for the Formica Fusca to make a comeback. Their numbers have substantially decreased due to the sheer amount of predators present on the beach and the constant invasion of Slave Maker and Wood ants However, because of the decrease in the amount of predators, many insects and larva that the Fusca feed on have returned, meaning young colonies will gain large numbers within a short period without much of a fight. The tide present in many beach environments also welcome the Fusca. The tide brings fish and other sea life onto the beach for the Fusca to harvest, while also washing away aggressive insects. Aphid farms will now open since there are no more aggressive insects to guard them, as well as lots of plant life than provide seeds and fruit.There will be a time again when the predators return to overtake them, but for now, many young colonies are safe.