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Live Adventure in the Wilderness Chapter 814 Sahara Silver Ant

the territory of Algeria.

"In spring, Tipasa is full of gods, and they talk, in the sun and the smell of absinthe, on the sea clad in silver armor, in the deep blue sky, on the ruins covered with flowers , in the light that boils in the rubble."

"Camus's "The Wedding of Tipasa" depicts this ancient Roman city by the sea, which is full of reverie.

Bi Fang rode on the back of the camel, his body swayed slightly to the left and right as he undulated.

From Burkina Faso to Mali and then to Algeria at this time, in less than a month, Bi Fang has crossed three countries.

"This country in northern Africa is very mysterious. It is insulated from the Internet. Except for business and project visitors, the number of tourists visiting each year is only a few thousand."

"Different from neighboring internet celebrities Morocco and Egypt, Algeria keeps a low profile to the outside world. In many areas, it is not even allowed to take pictures, and even fewer outsiders have seen its true face."

"It's mainly due to cultural reasons, it's a very conservative country, especially in the south, and you can only take pictures with a man's consent."

"As for women, it is even more impossible, because women are regarded as private property locally, and only the husband or father agrees to take pictures."

"If you're caught filming, the police will ask you to go through the pictures and spend an hour revisiting the castles, ancient monasteries and Ottoman palaces you've photographed, as well as the fourth-century Carthaginian trading post."

"If your photo shows a group of dwelling houses, clothes hanging on the balcony with withered flowers between the roofs, colorful porcelain on the outer wall, faint gardens and fountains in the streets and alleys, and low steps leading to the door of the shop. Lots of trinkets like felts, tea sets, jewellery, etc."

"The inspection must be very meticulous, for fear that you may have photographed the face of a married woman without consent."

“Perhaps the only way tourists can take pictures is to go to the uninhabited ancient Roman ruins in Tipasa.”

Between the ruins and the blue sea in the background, there is the smell of dried sweat. This is the most common photo of tourists in Algeria.

Hey, are you serious? 】

Is it okay for Fang Shen to live broadcast like this? 】

As long as you don’t take pictures of people, it’s fine, Fang Shen has always been a dog head where no one goes]

"Indeed, Algeria straddles the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean cultural circle, faces France across the sea, and is closely connected. It is known as the sunset land of North Africa and the back garden of Europe, but I'm sorry, we probably won't see it this time. Such a beautiful side."

Bi Fang said with a smile.

Algeria is actually bigger than its online presence.

As the largest country in Africa, Algeria is also the tenth largest country in the world, ten times the size of Yangguo. It will also be an important part of Bifang's journey.

"However, although it is not close to the city and the countryside, we can also try to go to some junctions with dense vegetation, where resources are more abundant, and we may encounter some large animals."

Bi Fang exerted all his strength on his legs, driving Alpha to speed up.

In the evening, the sand dunes had completely disappeared, and the ground under his feet had returned to solidity. Although there were still gravel, it was quite different from the previous appearance.

Bi Fang got off Alpha's back and stood on a hillside looking into the distance. Under the setting sun, he was surprised to find that there were animals looking at him from a distance.

It was a small animal, about the size of a forearm, with a pair of gigantic ears. It was quietly watching Bi Fang, a strange visitor, from a hundred meters away, as if very curious.

The audience also noticed this scene of looking at each other, which was very interesting.

What is that, fox? 】

so cute】

It is staring at Fangshen]

"It's a fennec fox."

Since it is facing the sun, the animal has almost only a black outline, but Bi Fang can recognize the animal just by looking at the outline.

"The fennec fox is the national animal of Algeria. If the tail is not included, its body length is only 30 to 40 centimeters, which is about the size of a dog. It is one of the smallest canids in the world, but its ears are very long. At 15 centimeters long, this is probably its most recognizable feature."

"It is not uncommon in the North African desert to have hot days and cold nights, and the small fennec fox is well adapted to the harsh environment of the North African desert."

"The soles of their feet are covered with soft and long fine hairs to keep them warm, and it is also convenient for walking on the puffy sand. The two big ears are like radiators that continuously dissipate heat, and at the same time help to detect prey."

"In a water-scarce environment, it can survive for a long time by looking for easy-to-eat plants near its habitat. Water-saving measures include staying in caves on hot days and only going out at night."

"Now that the sun is about to set, it will be active soon. Maybe it's because I haven't seen people like this before. It's very curious about me. Hey, look, it's still approaching."

Bi Fang stared at the fennec fox, stretched out his hand to touch the ground, and touched a stone, no, it should be a clod of soil, which began to shatter when pinched lightly.

Kneading the clod into a shape of suitable size, Bi Fang quietly waited for the arrival of the other party.

When other people see cute animals, they go up to touch them and hold food in their hands. When Lao Fang sees cute animals, he goes up to beat them and covers his face with a stone in his hand]

Fangshen Features]

Is this thing a protected animal? 】

"Yes, and no." Bi Fang replied.

"Normally speaking, the fennec fox is only under control. The population is not endangered in the world's natural protection species list, and it can even be kept as a pet. But, we are now in Algeria..."

The next words don't need to be explained clearly by Bi Fang, the audience will understand.

Just now Bi Fang also said that the fennec fox is the national animal of Algeria, so it is naturally protected within the territory.

However, the situation seemed to be different from what Bi Fang had imagined. When the distance was about 50 meters, he heard the scream of the fennec fox, which was quite urgent, and there was a hint of sternness in it.

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Bi Fang rubbed his chin, a little uncertain.

"Through frequent voice-changing communication, adult foxes and young foxes will make various sounds such as squeaks, whimpers or screams. The low-pitched growls are usually short and loud, repeated many times, and used to convey information among the same kind."

While speaking, several fennec foxes also appeared in other directions. They rushed towards the original direction, and then roared at Bi Fang together, as if they were about to launch an attack next.

At this time, Bi Fang didn't understand. He dropped the clod, rubbed the back of his head and laughed.

"It seems that I am being sentimental. This is breaking into their territory, so I came out to drive them away. It seems that their cave is near me."

Bi Fang looked down, and as expected, he saw a rather hidden cave more than ten meters away.

Through the cave, you can also see faint living things moving inside.

"The fennec fox is a highly social species. Parents and offspring form a family group of no more than 10. Each family unit defines its own territory through urine and feces."

"The most important thing is that they have a strong sense of guarding the soil and protecting their young. When their cubs are in danger, they will not be afraid of any incoming enemies."

"Forget it, let's go."

It's over, Fang Shen is hated]

Hahahaha, I laughed so hard, Fang Shen also has a day when he will be disliked]

This is the first time, it is worth celebrating]

Bi Fang didn't have any interest in staying to tease the fennec fox, so he rode on Alpha and continued on the road. At this time, the sun had completely set, and it was time to find a suitable shelter to rest.

Almost every night, Bi Fang builds bunkers.

Just sleeping for one night, there is no need to build a shelter so perfect, the better the shelter, the more investment is required. For Bi Fang, it is not worthwhile to build the shelter too well.

The bunker is convenient and fast, and it is soft when you sleep. There is nothing better than a bunker, and this time is no exception. However, the digging tool does not seem to be as smooth as the previous month.

After throwing the sand, Bi Fang suddenly felt a little pain in his fingers, and then a slight tingling sensation in the tiger's mouth, and he didn't see clearly what bit him until he raised his head and hand.

Those were two pure silver ants, less than one centimeter in length, one was on the tip of the index finger, the other was on the tiger's mouth, and they were firmly biting his flesh at this moment.

Bi Fang quickly jumped out of the pit, picked off the two ants, and smiled wryly: "It seems that we are really unlucky today, and every time we stop, we will be chased away by animals."

Under the moonlight, the ant's back shone with a dazzling silver light, really like a mythical creature.

For a moment, everyone forgot about Bi Fang being bitten, and all their attention was attracted by the little ant.

Fuck you, silver ants!

! 】

So handsome]

What kind of ant is this, is it too big? 】

"This is the Sahara silver ant."

Bi Fang regretfully looked at the deep pit below.

Every time he looks for a shelter, he will pay attention to whether there are poisonous insects, snakes and ants, but this time there are some exceptions.

The reason is naturally that the soil **** where the fennec fox built its nest was originally the site chosen by Bi Fang, but it was driven away. When a suitable place was found, the sun had already set, and it was not very clear whether there was a fennec fox. The creature is here.

"It's so beautiful, it's the most beautiful ant I've ever seen."

Although he was bitten, Bi Fang didn't get angry at all. Instead, he put the ant in his palm and observed it carefully with the help of moonlight.

This is real sterling silver, shining with luster under the moonlight, it is hard to imagine how brilliant it will burst out in the sun.

This ant is really beautiful]

Never seen such a beautiful creature]

Overwhelmingly expensive]

"The scorching red sun all year round and the annual rainfall of less than 80 millimeters make the Sahara desert a forbidden area for life. If it is not for the existence of the wind, or only the deathly silence can describe the desolation here."

"However, miracles will always appear in unexpected ways. Even in the face of such a bad situation, there is still life blooming in it with an unyielding attitude and extreme stubbornness."

"If the camel is the representative of the Mammalia, then the Saharan silver ant is the pride of the Insecta."

"In the Sahara Desert, one of the most deadly factors affecting survival is undoubtedly the high temperature. The unobstructed reality makes the temperature of the Sahara easily rise during the day to a level that is enough to 'disappear' life on the ground."

"After all, 50°C is far beyond the category of 'suitable'."

"However, in the eyes of the Saharan silver ants, this is an excellent opportunity to go out. In their philosophy of survival, the most dangerous time is often the safest. The concept of 'thinking others dare not think, doing others dare not do' is their ideal." Winning a lifeline."

"And it's not just fifty degrees, these little guys can even move in the desert at seventy degrees, it's a miracle."

Surface temperature and air temperature are two completely different concepts.

The temperature of fifty degrees is not uncommon in the Sahara, but it is impossible to reach seventy degrees.

The only thing that can reach 70 degrees is the surface.

In nature, there are heat-resistant bacteria that can withstand high temperatures of 100 degrees, but they are microorganisms with simple structures, not animals.

In an environment of 100 degrees, an animal will only become a piece of cooked meat.

But for ants that live on the ground, the surface temperature is their survival temperature.

"Silver ants are covered with fine hairs arranged in an orderly manner. These fine hairs are not cylindrical like hair, but more like triangular prisms."

"This way each facet can effectively reflect visible and near-infrared light from different incident angles."

"In addition, the fine hairs can radiate mid-infrared light outward to dissipate heat~www.readwn.com~to keep cooling down."

"In addition to reflecting light and dissipating heat, they are also very fast. Up to 0.7 meters per second. If converted to a human body shape, they can reach a super high speed of 450 kilometers per hour."

"Such a high speed can help them make quick decisions and reduce the risk of being sunburned."

Diao】

Strange knowledge has increased]

I saw the miracle of nature again]

Two days ago, I watched the penguins in Madagascar, and there was a sentence in it that really touched me]

Sloppy]

There's a 95% chance we're screwed.

What about the other 5%?

It is an unknown adventure and endless glory that no other penguin has.

Then I will choose this path. 】

handsome! 】

Fangshen is five percent penguin! 】

Although I don't have much money, I've really learned a lot from Lao Fang, otherwise I might never see silver ants in my life. 】

I really want to raise a litter]

"The eyes of deep-sea fish can help them hunt in the dark deep sea, honeybees can sense ultraviolet light, many beetles and butterflies can use changes in the microscopic structure of their wings to change color, fireflies can use bioluminescence to communicate... "

"There are always some creatures whose abilities are unexpected and amazing, which makes you have to admire the tenacity and strength of life."

Although there was nothing to gain today, Bi Fang was delighted to meet up close and two creatures that he had never dealt with before.

Bi Fang carefully put the ant in his hand back on the ground and watched it flee in a certain direction.

Following its route, Bi Fang saw more Saharan silver ants, like mercury exposed to the air, gathering together towards a certain direction.

"Looks like we're going to have to relocate."