Ant supercolonies

Ant supercolonies are large groups of ants that consist of multiple nests and millions of individual ants that cooperate as a single community. Unlike typical ant colonies that can be territorial and aggressive towards other colonies, supercolonies often share resources, workers, and territory. This phenomenon is most famously seen in the Argentine ant, which has established one of the largest supercolonies covering thousands of kilometers. Supercolonies can dominate ecosystems, outcompeting other species, which raises questions about biodiversity and environmental balance. Their cooperative behavior showcases advanced social structures and communication among these remarkable insects.