Can you figure out the savanna mystery?

In the early 2000s, one of the world’s most widespread invasive species landed in Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau: big-headed ants. They expanded rapidly into super-colonies, preying on other insects, spiders, and even small birds. Their presence has wreaked havoc on the ecosystem and significantly changed the landscape. So, how did these tiny creatures have such a huge impact?

Client: TED-Ed • Prouducer: Gerta Xhelo, Abdallah Ewis • Director: Steve West • Script: Cella Wright • Narration: Addison Anderson • Composition & Sound Design: George Rodriguez