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ants They can treat their injured friends’ infections. Yes, you read that right; Some ants display “surgical” skills! In their research into ants’ treatment methods, scientists have uncovered
ants They can treat their injured friends’ infections. Yes, you read that right; Some ants display “surgical” skills! In their research into ants’ treatment methods, scientists have uncovered the first examples of amputation in the animal kingdom.
With this discovery, we see how impressive the medical support ants provide to their injured friends is. It is impossible not to be surprised by this unique nature of ants!
Carpenter Ants from Florida (Camponotus floridanus) treats injured nestmates by cutting off their legs. Although Florida carpenter ants are known to be prone to injury during fights with other ants, they use this method because they lack the special glands needed to treat wounds.
scientists, Matabele antsHe was seen carrying his injured friends to their nests and licking their wounds. These ants, which live in huge colonies in sub-Saharan Africa, often sustain serious injuries while hunting termites. When treating their wounds, they secrete a special substance that contains more than 50 wound-healing ingredients. While Florida carpenter ants treat injured friends by cutting off their legs, Matabele ants heal infected wounds with this special secretion.
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Ashley Johnson is a science writer for “Div Bracket”. With a background in the natural sciences and a passion for exploring the mysteries of the universe, she provides in-depth coverage of the latest scientific developments.
