Structures built by animals, often called animal architecture, abound in nature. Examples of animal structures include termite mounds, wasp and beehives, burrow complexes of rodents, beaver dams, elaborate nests of birds, and webs of spiders.
What animal is the best builder?
- 5) Great apes - Hammock building brilliance. ...
- 4) Male great bowerbird – Birds can build optical illusions. ...
- 3) Termites – Enormous towers with hidden functions. ...
- 2) Spiders – Silky skills. ...
- 1) Beavers – Beavers build big but they can also build clever.
Which animal builds its own home?
Beavers – The Tireless Architects Beavers are the most skillful and dedicated among all animals who build their own homes. They build dams, canals, and even lodges for just one purpose, protecting their family from predators. They gnaw tree trunks causing the trees to fall.
Yes, beavers are perhaps the most famous animal architects, and rightfully so. They fell huge trees to create dams, which they build to create still ponds where they can construct their winter homes, or lodges.4 oct 2019