Summary: New research reveals that the ability of ants to distinguish nestmates from outsiders is a highly flexible, learned behavior rather than a rigid genetic program. Using clonal raider ants, ...

Scientists created a massive digital library of ants using synchrotron X-ray scanning, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The Antscan project produced interactive 3D models of 800 species, ...

It’s useful to know what type of ant you’re dealing with so you choose the right management techniques,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor emeritus and extension entomologist at Clemson University. “If ...

Airport Officers Find Over 2,000 Live Queen Ants Hidden in Traveler’s Luggage ...

A Chinese national and a local man were criminally charged over possession of live ants in the case that could further shine ...

Fire ant swarm season is underway across Central Florida. ABC Home & Commercial Services warns Orlando homeowners that winged fire ants signal active colonies nearby — and early action prevents larger ...

Scientists have uncovered a shocking tactic used by parasitic ant queens. These invaders infiltrate existing nests and manipulate worker ants. Using a chemical disguise, they gain entry. Then, they ...

Winged ants aren’t random pests. Discover why over 1,000 US species take flight, form super colonies, and how to stop them for good.

Featuring projects with “Narcos'” Alberto Ammann and “The Eternaut” star Cesar Troncoso, plus Catalina Sopelana, who broke out in “The Crystal Cuckoo” and “The Gardener,” and Jaime Vadell, Pinochet in ...

Certain crafty caterpillars have an unusual approach to ensuring they live long enough to become a butterfly: each convinces an ant to carry it into the ant’s nest, providing food and shelter. Now ...

Queen ant pupae did not because, the researchers theorize, they have stronger immune systems and could better survive infection. This research dovetails with another finding from earlier this year in ...