How Do Ants Choose a Queen?

Ants are some of the most interesting insects in the world. If you know anything about ants, then you’re probably aware that their colonies have hundreds, if not thousands, of workers and only one queen. This might leave you wondering, how exactly do ants choose their queen and what does she do for the colony?

Learning more about the process of choosing a queen ant and her role in the colony will help you better understand these common, fascinating insects.

How Are Queen Ants Chosen?