worker castes

Worker castes are specialized members within social insect colonies, like ants, bees, and termites, that perform essential tasks for survival. These tasks include foraging for food, caring for the young, defending the colony, and maintaining the nest. Workers are typically sterile or non-reproductive and are organized into roles based on age, size, or development stage. This division of labor helps the colony operate efficiently, ensuring its growth and survival. The worker caste is a key component of the colony’s social structure, working collectively to support the reproductive members, such as queens and kings.