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

Sick young ants release a smell to tell worker ants to destroy them to protect the colony from infection, scientists said ...

A new study shows that sick young ant pupae release a chemical scent asking worker ants to kill them to stop diseases from spreading in the colony.

Ant colonies survive because individuals are willing to die. New research shows that some of the most vulnerable members, ...

There are over 12,000 species of ants. Most are seen as pests that invade homes and take over pantries in their search for food. The majority of these ants are found marching on the floor, up walls, ...