Tetramorium caespitum – Colony with queen and workers

Description

The Fourmiculture Charter on our Ants Tetramorium caespitum:

1. Approved breeding program of 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),
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,

sell (see conditions).

Despite its small size, Tetramorium caespitum thrives thanks to its rapid growth and the ability to form very populous colonies. Furthermore, its capacity to remain active year-round and to develop continuously gives it a significant advantage over other ants, and also benefits its keeper, who can enjoy observing it throughout the year.

No loss of development and no adverse effects were observed in the laboratory after years of rearing at 27°C 365 days a year!

Tetramorium caespitum is therefore a species worth discovering, also for its unique diet: it enjoys biscuit crumbs, small insects, certain sweet liquids, and even soft seeds opened with a finger or crushed nuts and hazelnuts. It can be a little fussy at first, but there are many possibilities for feeding it. We recommend focusing on insects (fresh mealworms cut in half) to ensure rapid development and prevent food rejection.

Minor worker size: 3mm
Queen size: approximately 7mm
Recommended temperature: 27°C during the day and 22-24°C at night
Overwintering: None, otherwise a short, mild period.
Humidity: Medium

Photos by Nikola Rahmé. Gallery here.