Ant hierarchy

Ants are social insects that live in organized colonies, typically consisting of three main castes: queens, workers, and males. The queen's primary role is reproduction, laying thousands of eggs. Worker ants, which are sterile females, perform various tasks such as foraging for food, caring for the queen's offspring, and maintaining the nest. Males, or drones, have one main purpose—to mate with the queen. After mating, males generally die. This hierarchy enables efficient division of labor and ensures the survival of the colony, showcasing the remarkable cooperation and social structure within ant communities.