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In humans, social complexity usually involves clear governance hierarchies, with leaders and middle managers directing our activities. But ants don’t work that way.
Biological invasions can severely harm the welfare of animals, causing them to suffer. AWICIS is a new framework that can be used to assess the severity of these impacts.
Many insects in Africa are likely to face dangerous levels of heat stress, with serious consequences for ecosystems.
Starting a colony is a dangerous enterprise - so some ants find creative and brutal techniques to take over other queens’ work.
One ant mother raises two species under the same roof.
Not only are weaver ants not plagued by a drop in teamwork efficiency, but they’re actually ‘superefficient’.
Ants may be tiny – but by working together they build complex societies and solve many problems. They might even teach humans a thing or two?
Squamellaria plants grow special structures to host the ants they symbiotically rely on for nutrients. Distinct compartments help different ant colonies live peacefully side by side.
Ants outnumber humans by an almost unimaginable margin. There’s probably one near you right now.
The number of insect species is mind-boggling – and they are a critical part of the environment.
From bull ants to fire ants, several types of ants found in Australia can sting. While ant stings are painful, they will generally get better on their own.
A recent study shows that carpenter ants have evolved amputation skills a cut above the rest of insects.
Ferns have evolved a mutually beneficial relationship with ants, but this happened late in their evolution. A recent study shows that old dogs can learn new tricks.
Norfolk Island green parrots are self-medicating with pepper tree bark and leaves, to rid themselves of parasites. But is there more to it? Birds are known to indulge in alcohol and take stimulants.
Sometimes it seems the night is just buzzing with insects. But are there really more insects out at night? We analysed all the evidence on insect activity across the day–night cycle to find out.
Most stings can be safely handled at home. But in rare cases, you can get a serious allergic reaction, which needs urgent medical attention.
Invasive ants are a major threat to biodiversity, according to a study.
Mathematical models, video games and experiments with ants can all further our understanding of the dynamics of war.
Experiments show honey from Australian desert ants has potent antimicrobial power.
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Associate Professor in Entomology, University of Sydney
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