The role of pheromones in ants foraging behaviour: Insights from observations in domestic settings

Sahu, Bhagwati and Gupta, Vinod Kumar and Patel, Dimple and Tiwari, Geetanjali (2025) The role of pheromones in ants foraging behaviour: Insights from observations in domestic settings. World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 21 (2). pp. 295-299. ISSN 2582-5542

Pheromones play a critical role in the social behaviour of ants, particularly in their foraging activities. This study investigates the mechanisms through which ants utilize pheromonal communication to locate, exploit, and return from food sources. Observations conducted in a domestic environment reveal patterns of ant behaviour in response to artificial food trails and disturbances. By combining field observations with literature analysis, this research aims to elucidate the significance of pheromonal signalling in the efficient organization of ant foraging. Results highlight the robustness of pheromone trails and the ants' adaptive responses to environmental changes, contributing to the broader understanding of eusocial insect behaviour.