The most direct scientific parallel to the concept of "torture" by ants involves the Amazonian ant species Allomerus decemarticulatus
The ants then begin to construct an "ant hill of agony" around the QueenSnake's body. They dig and excavate soil, creating a complex network of tunnels and chambers that ensnare the snake. The QueenSnake, unable to escape, is trapped in this labyrinthine prison. QueenSnake Torture by ants