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Some ants in the same colony may be bigger than others due to their roles and tasks within the colony. Larger ants may be specialized for tasks that require more strength or size, such as foraging or defending the colony. Additionally, genetics and nutrition can also play a role in determining the size of individual ants within a colony.

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