A study published in Current Biology highlights the unique medical care provided by Florida carpenter ants to their injured nestmates.

These ants can selectively treat wounds through cleaning or amputation, a behavior not seen in other animal species.

The ants' decision-making is based on the type of injury and infection risk, with amputations being more effective for infected wounds.

Researchers suggest this behavior demonstrates a high level of cooperation and care within ant colonies, akin to human medical systems.

Ongoing experiments aim to explore similar behaviors in other ant species and understand the instinctive precision of their care.

The study underscores the intricate and sophisticated methods ants use to respond to injuries and provide life-saving assistance within their colonies.