As neighboring Tetramorium pavement ant colonies grow into each others' territories, they test their strength in extended battles. Champaign, Illinois, USA
In ant battles, large size is not as advantageous as large numbers. This Pheidole soldier ant proved no match for the hordes of Tetramorium sericeiventre that zealously defend their territory against any incursion. St. Lucia, KZN, South Africa
The biggest enemies of ants are usually other ants, as competition for limited food and space is often intense. Here, two Tetramorium workers have killed a Pheidole from a neighboring nest. St. Lucia, KZN, South Africa
