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The study investigates offspring production in queenless colonies of the leafcutter ant Acromyrmex subterraneus brunneus, focusing on the ovary development of workers based on their age and time since queen removal. Results indicate that worker ants can lay eggs and produce males, with a notable increase in larvae and pupae observed over time. The findings suggest that worker reproduction is influenced by both the absence of a queen and the age of the workers.

Author

Roberto Camargo

Language

EN