The Queen Ant is the reproductive female in an ant colony, responsible for laying eggs. She is typically larger than other ants and can live for many years, sometimes even decades. The queen's primary role is to ensure the survival and growth of her colony by producing a large number of offspring. In a colony, the queen is supported by worker ants, which are non-reproductive females. These workers take care of the queen, forage for food, and protect the nest. The queen's ability to mate with males during a nuptial flight allows her to store sperm and fertilize eggs throughout her life, ensuring a steady population of ants in the colony.