It was while looking for a thread covering odd news headlines, that I discovered there wasn’t one. So, I have to launch one.
Now those familiar with me on this forum, and my numerous contributions i a related vein, will not be in the least surprised to discover the subject matter of the news item I’m bringing here. But, the headline made me sit up and take notice, because even given my background, this one truly has a surreal, almost Pythonesque aura.
Are you ready for this? Strap yourselves in, reach for the popcorn (or in this case, perhaps certain pharmaceuticals might be in order), and enjoy …
This one had me intrigued for a few moments.
But, here’s the fun part. It appears that there are, indeed, people who keep ants as pets. Certain tropical species are highly prized among this niche demographic. the ants being smuggled out of Kenya fetch, wait for it, £170 per ant. A queen and a small retinue of workers will cost you as much as a decent seond hand car.
I think it’ll take something truly special to out-weird this … 
