Feb 26, 2018 · New research reveals the simple rules that lead to such complex group behavior. Army ants form colonies of millions yet have no permanent home. They march through the jungle each night in search of new foraging ground.

Nov 27, 2013 · Fire ants form a living bridge between a cup and teapot. Photo courtesy of David Hu and Nathon Mlot/Georgia Tech. When this raft hits land, the ants keep building. To cross small streams during...

Nov 30, 2015 · These are army ants of the species Eciton hamatum, which form “living” bridges across breaks and gaps in the forest floor that allow their famously large raiding swarms to travel efficiently.

Nov 22, 2023 · Army ants link their bodies to create bridges, a system that can inspire engineers in controlling robotic swarms. Find out more about it in this article.

Apr 19, 2021 · Entire colonies of fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) escape flooding by forming floating rafts that can sail for several days, until the water retreats and the colony can safely land ashore.

To overcome these hurdles, army ants link their bodies together to form living bridges, allowing their colonies to cross challenges more efficiently. This unique strategy not only showcases the ants’ adaptability but also highlights an intricate level of …

Nov 24, 2015 · They are army ants of the species Eciton hamatum, which form "living" bridges across breaks and gaps in the forest floor that allow their famously large raiding swarms to travel efficiently.

Apr 24, 2020 · Ecologists believe that at any given time during a march, an army ant colony may be maintaining up to 50 bridges, with as many as 50 ants per bridge. That’s taking teamwork to a whole new level! The video below from Costa Rica shows a legion of ants invading a wasp nest using this amazing skill…

Watch as this incredible ant colony showcases the true power of teamwork and unity! These tiny creatures come together to form a living bridge, helping their...

Nov 30, 2015 · Army ants of the species Eciton hamatum move in columns over the forest floor of Central and South America, killing every insect in their path. If a chasm or gap disrupts the raiding swarm,...