A detailed view of ants working on leaves, showcasing nature's wildlife activity.

Inside the Superorganism: How Ant Colonies Work as a Single Mind

Sylvia Duruson

Deep within the soil beneath our feet or in carefully constructed mounds rising from forest floors, one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena unfolds daily. Ant colonies, comprising thousands to millions of individual insects, operate with such synchronized precision that scientists often describe them as “superorganisms.” Unlike a mere grouping of individuals, these colonies function as ...

a group of red ants standing on top of a green leaf

Could Ants Survive the Apocalypse? Scientists Weigh In

Rica Rosal

In a world increasingly concerned with existential threats—from climate change to nuclear warfare—scientists have begun to consider which species might survive catastrophic events that could devastate humanity. Among the contenders for apocalypse survivors, ants have emerged as particularly fascinating candidates. These tiny insects, which have existed for over 100 million years and survived the extinction ...