When and why some ants grow wings?

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When and why some ants grow wings?

2006-10-04 23:25:54 · 2 answers · asked by Marco 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education

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It is for reproductive purposes. You will sometimes see "swarms" of winged ants, and if you are really lucky it won't be in your home!
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2006-10-04 23:50:45 · answer #1 · answered by Star 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

only the male ants and the princess' have wings. after mating the princess becomes a queen and her wings fall off, while the males die.

2006-10-05 06:32:18 · answer #2 · answered by oldguy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋