Ants

Ants are small, hard-bodied insects that are members of the family Formicidae. There are about 22,000 species of ants. Ants live in colonies that can range from a few dozen to millions of individuals. They are very social creatures and can be found almost everywhere on Earth.

How Many Different Species of Ants are There?

Ants are one of the most ubiquitous and ecologically important groups of insects on the planet. These social insects have colonized almost every terrestrial environment and exhibit a wide range of behaviors and interactions with their environment. Despite their prevalence, the exact number of ant species on Earth is still a subject of debate among…

What Happens to Ants in Winter?

Ants are one of the most common insects in North America. However, when do ants hibernate? The answer depends on where you live! Some areas have cold winters that cause the ground to freeze solid when ants head into their underground homes for hibernation. Ants living in warmer climates don’t need to worry about hibernating…