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In Southern California, five rival supercolonies of Argentine ants are engaged in a war that has led to 15 million deaths already

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: October 21, 2026 at 14:47

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A tumultuous and deadly rivalry unfolds among five Argentine ant supercolonies in San Diego, resulting in an alarming number of fatalities. These strongly territorial ants engage in relentless battles, disregarding the 'dear enemy effect' common in territorial animals. Surprisingly, studies reveal that these colonies have reached an impasse, maintaining fixed borders even amid continuous aggression, indicating a lengthy conflict without an end in sight.

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