5. Kamikaze Ants: Explosive Self-Sacrifice
In Southeast Asia, specific ant species like Colobopsis explodens exhibit a self-destructive defense mechanism. When these ants’ colonies face an attack, the worker ants contract their abdominal muscles, leading to the rupture of poison-filled glands. Although this act causes the death of the individual ant, it releases a potent corrosive chemical glue. This substance immobilizes and entangles nearby insects, effectively deterring any further attacks. Through this sacrificial act, these ants protect their colony by sacrificing themselves and showcasing the remarkable strategies employed by nature for survival.
