Ants are often an early sign of the presence of aphids on a plant because they protect aphids from their natural enemies.

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Ants and aphids on a poplar leaf: When aphids infest plants, ants are often also present. The ants do not prey on the small insects, but are interested in their honeydew. In return, they even ...