In a wide range of social species, when an animal is sick, it takes itself away from its group. Ant pupae are unable to move, ...

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Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.

Meet Nico and Zola, Reid Park Zoo's two giant anteaters, and learn about some of their more interesting habits.

Dying ants broadcast a chemical “end me” signal that triggers swift sacrifice, protecting the colony from deadly infections.

Ant pupae that are fatally sick don’t hide their condition; instead, they release a special scent that warns the rest of the ...

Sick young ants release a smell to tell worker ants to destroy them to protect the colony from infection, scientists said Tuesday, adding that queens do not seem to commit this act of self-sacrifice.

Experiments reveal that pond frogs can eat highly venomous hornets without suffering noticeable damage, even after repeated ...

Fatally infected ant pupae emit a precise chemical signal that triggers workers to disinfect—and sacrifice—them to stop disease spread.