Superorganism Theory

Superorganism theory describes a colony of social insects, like ants or bees, functioning as a unified entity, similar to a single organism. Individual insects act collectively, coordinating behaviors such as foraging, defense, and reproduction, which ensures the survival and efficiency of the entire colony. Just as cells work together within a body, these insects operate as parts of a larger system, with specialized roles that contribute to the colony’s health and success. This perspective highlights how complex social organization can produce adaptive, resilient systems resembling a single, coordinated organism.