Queen ants

Queen ants are the reproductive females in ant colonies, responsible for laying eggs. They typically emerge as part of a nuptial flight, where they mate with males from other colonies. After mating, the queen may establish a new colony by finding a suitable location to lay her eggs. As the sole egg-layers, queens can produce thousands of offspring, ensuring the colony's survival and growth. Depending on the species, queen ants can live for many years, sometimes even decades, and their health and productivity are crucial for the colony's success.