Influence of the Number of Queens on Nest Establishment: Native and Invasive Ant Species
As a critical stage in the life cycle of ant colonies, nest establishment depends on external and internal factors. This study investigates the effect of the number of queens on queen and worker behavior during nest establishment in invasive Argentine ants (<i>Linepitema humile</i>) and...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-02-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/3/591 |