How do ants communicate with each other?

Ants communicate primarily through the use of pheromones, which are chemical signals that convey information to other ants. When an ant discovers food or a threat, it releases a specific pheromone trail to alert other ants in the colony. This trail is followed by other ants, allowing them to locate the source or join in an action. Ants also communicate through tactile signals, using their antennae to touch and “feel” the presence of other ants. This complex system of chemical and physical communication helps ants function as a highly organized social group.