1. The hard and protective outer covering of an ant

2. The hindmost part of an ant's body, containing vital organs

3. A specific role or category within an ant colony

4. The various stages an ant goes through during its life

5. The strong jaws of an ant used for holding and cutting

6. A specialized ant responsible for defending the colony

7. The sensory organ located on an ant's head

8. To search and gather food or resources

9. A group of ants living and working together

10. A species of ant known for its invasive nature

11. The immature stage of an ant before it becomes an adult

12. The male ant whose sole purpose is to mate with the queen

12. Ants play a role in breaking down organic matter

13. A small hill or nest built by ants

14. An odor or fragrance emitted by ants as a form of communication

15. The middle part of an ant's body, connecting head and abdomen

16. A structure built by ants as their living quarters

17. The non-reproductive female ant responsible for tasks in the colony

18. The worm-like early stage of an ant's development

19. A visible path created by ants to lead others to food