I'd like to thank everyone who filled in while Bell and I were indisposed, especially considering how busy the Hatchery has been lately. Aside from the sand everywhere, I seem to be no worse off for my experience ( Read more... )

As of thirty minutes ago, the ants are still up in the Tree and on the islands. Last year they stayed about two weeks--so far it's been 9 days since the full on swarm ( Read more... )