Can ants get blind due to torch or flashlight?

Ants can be affected by bright lights, such as a torch or flashlight, but they do not get "blind" in the way humans might. Their compound eyes are adapted to detect movement and light, but intense light can disrupt their behavior and navigation temporarily. However, they generally have a high tolerance for varying light conditions. Prolonged exposure to extremely bright light could potentially harm their eyes, but this is not common in natural settings.