Camponotus herculeanus – Colony with queen and workers
42,00€
One of the largest species in France, with reactive workers that love sugary liquids. The queen measures approximately 16mm. Impressive! Read our top tips on these delicate ants.
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Description
Our Ant Fourmiculture Charter
1. Approved breeding program approved by the Veterinary Services, managed by a certified specialist,
2. Free "Perfect Ant Keeper's Guide" and health record provided,
3. Ants guaranteed parasite-free,
4. Health demonstrated by queen egg-laying and the presence of brood upon shipment,
5. No "boost" (addition of brood or external workers to sell colonies faster),
6. Guaranteed healthy delivery: partial refund in case of worker loss, full refund in case of queen loss (if delivered within 48 hours),
8. Species present in France, non-invasive and not threatened,
9. Colony buyback and costs covered if you wish to part with it (see conditions).
Included with your colony: "The Perfect Ant Keeper's Guide"
with over 10 PDF pages to learn about your ants and how to care for them!
A very beautiful species that feeds on liquids such as our diluted nutrient powder and small insects. The impressive size of the queen, and then the increasingly larger workers over time, makes Camponotus ligniperdus or herculeanus (the two species are closely related) very captivating to observe.
A lover of wood, it will live without difficulty in most artificial ant farms but will particularly appreciate a nest made of cork or wood. You can offer it wood shavings to help it build its nest.
A high temperature is necessary for its development (27°C) and Camponotus herculeanus being more fragile than other species, it is important to take good care of it by minimizing stress (vibrations, too much light, too much space at the beginning etc).
Although often discouraged for beginners, perfect conditions and quality equipment can nevertheless produce spectacular results from the first year.
Queen size (Camponotus herculeanus): approximately 15 mm
. Worker size: 6-7 mm. Up to 15 mm for major ants that arrive later in the colony.
Daytime temperature: 27-30°C for optimal development
Nighttime temperature: 19-24°C.
Humidity: Low. Only a small part of the nest should be damp.
Hibernation: 3 months at 8-17°C, possibly shorter. Carefully monitor humidity and continue feeding the ants during this period.
This species is incompatible with frost-protected nests, as with all queen-reared colonies!
Photo 1: © Yvain Samuel. Photos 2 & 3: © Christophe Quintin. Gallery HERE.
Additional information
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