Red ants can lift up to 50 times their own body weight – and this award-winning macro photo shows their phenomenal balanced teamwork
By Kim Bunermann
Published on March 15, 2026.
The award-winning macro photo by Dikye Ariani, showing the strength of red ants, has been highlighted in the macro category at the LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 Awards. The image, which was announced at The Photography & Video Show, captures the strength and dedication of these animals. The LCE Awards, organized by photo retailer London Camera Exchange, celebrate outstanding photography across 14 categories including landscape, portrait, macro, street, and more. The winner's image was shot in Indonesia and was described by jury member Jimmy Cheng as "beautiful" and "clever".
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