Genetics
In terms of reproduction, Mandibulates can reproduce sexually or asexually. Within ant colonies, workers that are able to reproduce are called gamergates. Additionally, most ants are univoltine, which mean they reproduce a new generation each year. Within this breeding season, new reproductives, females and winged males leave the colony in search of a mate.
Even though Bull ants can have identical genetic makeup, they can vary in shape and their vision capabilities.
Bull ants have an extremely low chromosome number.
https://archive.org/stream/ants_04786/4786#page/n0/mode/2up
http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2010/10/06/3031149.htm
Most crustaceans have separate sexes, and reproduce sexually. However, A small number are hermaphrodites. Additionally, some may even change their sex throughout the course of their life. Also, parthenogenesis is common among crustaceans. This is where viable eggs are produced by a female without needing fertilization by a male.
Even though Bull ants can have identical genetic makeup, they can vary in shape and their vision capabilities.
Bull ants have an extremely low chromosome number.
https://archive.org/stream/ants_04786/4786#page/n0/mode/2up
http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2010/10/06/3031149.htm
Most crustaceans have separate sexes, and reproduce sexually. However, A small number are hermaphrodites. Additionally, some may even change their sex throughout the course of their life. Also, parthenogenesis is common among crustaceans. This is where viable eggs are produced by a female without needing fertilization by a male.