Some insects, including honeybees and ants, live in highly organized colonies where individuals take on specific roles. In many ant societies, young adult workers typically care for developing young inside the nest before beginning to forage, or search for food, outside it.
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October 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Why some young ants start hunting and caring for others early
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