Eciton

Eciton is a genus of army ants known for their aggressive foraging and highly organized social behavior. These ants are famous for their impressive cooperative hunting strategies, where thousands work together to swarm and capture prey, often overwhelming larger animals. They do not build permanent nests; instead, they create temporary structures, called bivouacs, made of their own bodies. Eciton ants are primarily found in tropical rainforests and play a crucial role in their ecosystems by controlling insect populations and recycling nutrients. Their complex society showcases remarkable teamwork and adaptability in the animal kingdom.