4. Advanced Communication Network
Fire ants utilize a highly sophisticated communication system that combines chemical, tactile, and visual signals. They can transmit complex messages through pheromone trails, which provide detailed information about food sources, threats, and colony needs. Each ant can produce up to 20 different pheromones, each serving a specific purpose in their communication network. Recent studies have revealed that they even use distinct "dialects" of chemical signals depending on their colony of origin, allowing them to recognize nestmates and identify intruders with remarkable accuracy. This advanced communication technology enables colonies of up to 500,000 individuals to work together seamlessly.
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