Lasius emarginatus – Colony with Queen and Workers
Price range: €25.00 to €34.00
Similar to Lasius niger but more aggressive, very territorial, with a double black and orange coloration. Easy to breed, forms large colonies.
Description
Fourmiculture Charter for our Lasius emarginatus Ants:
1. Establishment approved by the Veterinary Services and the Prefecture, in possession of the certificate of competence for the sale of ants (Decision No. 2016195-0002 from the Departmental Directorate for the Protection of Populations),
2. Free Guide to the Perfect Ant Keeper and health record provided,
3. Ants guaranteed free of mites and parasites,
4. Health demonstrated by the queen laying eggs and the presence of brood upon shipment,
5. No "boost" (addition of brood or external workers to sell colonies faster),
6. Guaranteed delivery in good health: partial refund in case of worker loss, full refund in case of queen loss (if delivered within 48 hours),
7. Shipping possible from -12°C to +40°C thanks to our optional insulated packaging,
8. Species present in France, non-invasive and not threatened.
9. Colony buyback and costs covered if you wish to sell it (see conditions)
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Description of the Lasius emarginatus colony:
Lasius emarginatus is rather small but active and develops very quickly once it reaches the right temperature and is generously fed the sugary and protein-rich liquids it loves. The brood plays a significant role in the colony, and it is interesting to see the pupae protected in cocoons, as with all species of the Formicinae subfamily (Camponotus, Lasius, and Formica in particular). The cocoons are often mistaken for eggs by novices.
Lasius emarginatus is very similar to Lasius niger. However, its behavior is more assertive and aggressive, and it uses larger quantities of formic acid for defense and hunting. Colonies can become quite large after a few years, very active, and capable of hunting a variety of insects.
Queen size: approximately 9 mm.
Worker size: approximately 3-4 mm.
Diet: sugary protein liquids, jellies, insects.
Humidity: Medium, adapts well.
Temperature: 27°C during the day in part of the nest, slightly cooler at night (no less than 19°C).
Hibernation: 6 to 12 weeks at 8 to 17°C. Carefully monitor humidity and continue feeding the ants during this period.
Species incompatible with frost-free ant nests, like all colonies with a queen!
Photo by Antstore.
Additional information
| Number of female workers | |
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| Young colony feeding area | Tube + Plexiglas feeding area, Tube with ants only |