Lasius grandis – Colony with Queen and Workers

Description

The Antculture Charter on our Lasius grandis:
1. Breeding approved by Veterinary Services, carried out by a specialist under certificate of capacity,
2. Guide to the Perfect Antculturist offered and health sheet provided on Lasius niger,
3. Ants guaranteed to be parasite-free,
4. Health demonstrated by the laying of the queen and the presence of brood upon shipment,
5. No “boost” (addition of brood or external workers to sell the colonies more quickly),
6. Guaranteed delivery in good health: partial refund in the event of loss of workers, total in the event of loss of the queen (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 taken back and costs covered if you wish to part with it (see conditions).
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Description of Lasius grandis:

Lasius grandis is a small, easily reared species similar to Lasius niger. All of the latter's breeding advice is applicable to Lasius grandis and we invite you to refer to its page for more details.

The specificities of Lasius grandis: a little clearer than Lasius niger, it remains difficult to differentiate but frequency of slightly different environments. Commonly discovered around the Mediterranean, it nevertheless seeks humidity and rises easily in tubes and in anthills of moderate size, well heated, fed with sugary liquids and insects. The brood is important, the development is good, and the longevity of the queen is important.

Lasius grandis is a good choice for beginners or in order to obtain a large active and pleasant colony to observe.
A milder wintering than Lasius niger is recommended, 2 to 3 months around 8 to 18°C.

Size of queen: about 9mm
Size of workers: about 3-4mm
Food: sugary protein liquids, jellies, insects.
Humidity: Medium, adapts well.
Temperature: 27°C during the day on part of the nest, a little less at night (not less than 19°C).
Wintering: compulsory from November 15 to January 15 minimum (2 to 3 months), from 5 to 17°C.
Keep an eye on the humidity and continue to feed the ants during this period in case of activity.

Species incompatible with gel anthills, like all colonies with a queen!

Photo 1 by Antstore (Copyright), Photo 2 by Nikola Rahmé. Photo 3 by Christophe Quintin