{"title":"Big-headed ant (Pheidole sp)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBig-headed ant colony (Pheidole sp)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePheidole is a small and aggressive ant. Like Messor barbarus, Pheidole can have large Majors. These have an enormous head with mandibles. That's why Pheidole is also called the big-headed ant. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey develop extremely quickly and therefore need relatively frequent and appropriate nutrition. The lifespan per ant is much lower than other species and they are very small, so they can escape through the smallest openings. We recommend an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/anti-uitbraak-olie\" title=\"Anti-outbreak for protecting against ants escaping from your ant farm at home\"\u003eanti-outbreak oil\u003c\/a\u003e as extra protection! This is why we find this species a bit more difficult and not suitable for beginners. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are known for their aggressive behavior and, unlike other species, a large part of the nest often goes out to forage for food, which is great to see!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pheidole-pallidula-dikkopmier-koningin-en-10-werksters","title":"Pheidole pallidula, big-headed ant, queen and 10+ workers","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePheidole pallidula Ant Colony 10+\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThis ant is a very small species originating from Southern Europe. Pheidole pallidula ants are also called big-headed ants or fat-headed ants. They are very aggressive towards other ant species and send a relatively large portion of their nest members out to collect food. Additionally, they require more food than the average ant and are constantly searching for it. This is an ant that can easily escape, so ensure you have a good ant farm or prevention measures against escapes. They also need seeds, similar to Messor ants; a mixture of grass seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith proper care, the colony can grow explosively. The ants are very active and there are noticeable size differences among the worker ants (larger colonies will have increasingly larger majors\/soldiers).\u003cbr\u003e\nOur ant colonies consist of a queen along with brood and a number of workers. This number depends on how many eggs have developed into ants (egg-larva-pupa-ant). This colony already contains at least the first 10 workers, meaning these workers were produced by the queen ant herself. This colony also already has majors that are twice as large as the smallest workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe feeding kit above, including seeds, provides a complete diet for this species. The kit consists of sugar water, honeydew, fruit flies, and a starter set of seeds. The starter set of seeds is sufficient for the first year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant colony is intended for acrylic, plaster, and sand ant farms. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can collect their food and dispose of waste there. Many products have an integrated arena.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPackaging and shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photo shows how the product is actually delivered by us. The colony is in a test tube with a cotton wool stopper at the back providing water to keep part of the nesting tube moist. The colony can remain in this tube for a few weeks without care (after receipt). We also guarantee the life of the queen for this period. If the queen does not arrive alive or dies within 2 weeks, we will provide a replacement colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications and information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"3\"\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003ePheidole Pallidula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDutch name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDikkopmier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2. Experienced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eQueen | Gyne:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e7-8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2-5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThe larger the colony, the larger the ants that appear\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tMediors and Majors (soldiers).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eColony type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eMonogyn and Polygyn\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tColonies can consist of multiple queens (gynes).\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tHowever, this species also develops well with a single gyne.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNest type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSand nests, relatively deep. Very wide, often under grass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eRoom temperature, 20-30 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNo, but winter rest. Our advice: keep them slightly cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tin winter, around 15 degrees.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tFor example, in a cellar, cooler attic, or shed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tNovember-February\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur experience: these ant colonies also develop well at room temperature\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tin winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eFood:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSugar or honey water and small insects:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tAlso various small seeds (grass seeds, bird seeds,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tdandelion seeds etc...). Ensure a continuous supply of fresh\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tand preferably live food to meet the hunting behavior of this species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSimple. Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThis species prefers drier conditions than, for example, Lasius\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tniger and Myrmica rubra.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDistribution area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e(Southern) Europe and (Northern) Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAnt farm recommendation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic, Plaster, or Sand including the use of an Arena Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNotes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eA very feisty, small ant species. It's interesting to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tsee how they emerge from the nest in large numbers to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcollect food. This is particularly the case if they haven't had (fresh) food\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tfor a while. The colony can grow explosively with proper care.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThey are quite aggressive, so ensure a well-sealed nest\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tand arena. Worker ants have a shorter lifespan (a few months),\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\twhich means the colony is constantly developing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tA starter setup with a test tube containing the colony and an arena is\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tan excellent start for these colonies, and they can also be kept well in a (smaller) acrylic\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tor plaster product.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t \u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57217151992143,"sku":"O10PP","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2026027362.jpg?v=1773846591"},{"product_id":"pheidole-pallidula-dikkopmier-koningin-en-20-werksters","title":"Pheidole pallidula, big-headed ant, queen and 20+ workers","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePheidole pallidula ant colony 20+\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThis ant is a very small species and originates from Southern Europe. Pheidole sp. ants are also known as big-headed ants. They are very aggressive towards other ant species and emerge from the nest in relatively large numbers to collect food. Additionally, they require more food than the average ant and are constantly searching for it. This ant is prone to escaping, so ensure you have a good ant farm or preventative measures. They also need seeds, similar to Messor ants; a mix of grass seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith proper care, the colony can grow explosively. The ants are very active, and there are noticeable size differences among the worker ants (larger colonies produce increasingly larger majors\/soldiers).\u003cbr\u003e\nOur ant colonies consist of a queen along with brood and a number of workers. This number depends on how many eggs have developed into ants (egg-larva-pupa-ant). This colony already contains at least the first 20 workers, meaning these workers were produced by the queen ant herself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nutrition kit above, including seeds, provides a complete diet for this species. The kit consists of sugar water, honeydew, fruit flies, and a starter set of seeds. The starter set of seeds is sufficient for the first year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant colony is intended for acrylic, plaster, and sand ant farms. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can collect their food and dispose of waste there. Many products have an integrated arena. \u003cbr\u003e\nIf you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPackaging and shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photo shows how the product is actually delivered by us. The colony is in a test tube with a cotton wool plug behind it providing a water supply to keep the nest tube partially moist. The colony can remain in this tube for up to a few weeks without care (after receipt). We also guarantee the queen's life for this duration. If the queen does not arrive alive or dies within 2 weeks, we will provide a replacement colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications and Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"3\"\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003ePheidole Sp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDutch name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBig-headed ant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2. Experienced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eQueen | Gyne:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e7-8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2-5 mm \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThe larger the colony, the larger the ants that appear\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tMediors and Majors (soldiers).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eColony type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eMonogynous and Polygynous\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tColonies can consist of multiple queens (gynes).\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tHowever, this species also develops well with a single gyne.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNest type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSand nests, relatively deep. Very wide, often under grass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eRoom temperature, 20-30 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNo, but winter rest. Our advice: keep them slightly cooler \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tin winter, around 15 degrees. \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tFor example, in a cellar, cooler attic, or shed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tNovember-February\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur experience: even at room temperature in winter, \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthese ant colonies continue to develop well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eFood:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSugar or honey water and small insects:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tAlso various small seeds (grass seeds, bird seeds,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tdandelion seeds, etc...). Ensure continuously fresh\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tand preferably live food to accommodate\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthe hunting behavior of this species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSimple. Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThis species prefers drier conditions than, for example, Lasius\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tniger and Myrmica rubra.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDistribution area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e(Southern) Europe and (Northern) Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAnt Farm Advice:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic, Plaster, or Sand including an Arena area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eRemarks:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eA very feisty, small ant species. It is interesting to \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tobserve how they emerge from the nest in large numbers to \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcollect food. This is especially true if they \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\thaven't had (fresh) food for a while. The colony \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcan grow explosively with proper care. \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThey are quite aggressive, so ensure a well-sealed \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tnest and arena. The worker ants have a shorter \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tlifespan (a few months), which means the colony is continuously \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tdeveloping.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tA starter setup with a test tube containing a colony and an arena is \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tan excellent start for these colonies. They can also be kept well in a (smaller) acrylic \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tor plaster product.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57217951433039,"sku":"PS20","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2026027314_3b8cb943-c345-4d02-9d56-66784b22a1b0.jpg?v=1773828295"},{"product_id":"pheidole-pallidula-dikkopmier-koningin-en-30-werksters","title":"Pheidole pallidula, big-headed ant, queen and 30+ workers","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePheidole pallidula Ant Colony 30+\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant is a very small species from Southern Europe. Pheidole sp. ants are also known as big-headed ants. They are very aggressive towards other ant species and come out of the nest in a relatively large number to gather food. In addition, they need more food than the average ant and are always looking for it. It is an ant that easily escapes, so ensure a good ant farm or prevention against this. They also need seeds like Messor ants; a mixture of grass seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith good care, the colony can grow explosively, the ants are very active and there are nice size differences between the worker ants (in larger colonies, increasingly larger majors\/soldiers appear).\u003cbr\u003e\nOur ant colonies consist of a queen together with brood and a number of workers. This number depends on the number of eggs that have developed into ants (egg-larva-pupa-ant). This colony already contains at least the first 30 workers, and the workers have therefore been produced by the queen ant herself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe feeding set above, including seeds, is a complete diet for this species. The set consists of sugar water, honeydew, fruit flies, and a starter set of seeds. The starter set of seeds is sufficient for the first year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant colony is intended for acrylic, plaster, and sand ant farms. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can get their food there and dispose of waste. Many products have an integrated arena. \u003cbr\u003e\nIf you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPackaging and Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photo shows how the product is actually delivered by us. The colony is in a test tube with water supply behind a cotton ball to keep the nesting tube partially moist. The colony can remain in this tube for up to a few weeks without care (after receipt). We also guarantee the life of the queen for that long. If the queen does not arrive alive or dies within 2 weeks, we will provide a replacement colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications and Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"3\"\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003ePheidole Sp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDutch name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBig-headed ant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2. Experienced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eQueen | Gyne:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e7-8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2-5 mm \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThe larger the colony, the larger the ants that will appear\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tMediors and Majors (soldiers).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eColony type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eMonogyne and Polygyne\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tColonies can consist of multiple queens (gynes).\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tBut this species also develops well with a single gyne.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNest type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSand nests, relatively deep. Very wide, often under grass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eRoom temperature, 20-30 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNo, but winter rest. Our advice: keep it slightly cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tin winter around 15 degrees. \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tFor example, in the cellar, cooler attic, or shed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tNovember-February\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur experience: even in winter at room temperature\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthese ant colonies continue to develop well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSugar or honey water and small insects:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tAlso various small seeds (grass seeds, bird seeds,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tdandelion seeds etc...) Ensure continuously fresh\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tand preferably live food to meet\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthe hunting behavior of this species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSimple. Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThis species prefers drier conditions than, for example, Lasius\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tniger and Myrmica rubra.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDistribution area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e(Southern) Europe and (Northern) Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAnt Farm Advice:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic, Plaster or Sand including the use of an Arena area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eComments:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eA very feisty, small ant species. It is interesting to \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tsee how they come out of the nest in large numbers to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcollect food. This is especially the case when they\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\thaven't had (fresh) food for a while. 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Pheidole sp. ants are also known as big-headed ants. They are very aggressive towards other ant species and come out of the nest in relatively large numbers to gather food. In addition, they need more food than the average ant and are always on the lookout for it. It is an ant that escapes easily, so ensure a good ant farm or prevention against this. They also need seeds like Messor ants; a mixture of grass seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith good care, the colony can grow explosively, the ants are very active, and there are beautiful size differences between the worker ants (in larger colonies, increasingly larger majors\/soldiers appear).\u003cbr\u003e\nOur ant colonies consist of a queen along with brood and a number of workers. This number depends on the number of eggs that have developed into ants (egg-larva-pupa-ant). This colony already contains at least the first 30 workers, and these workers have therefore been produced by the queen ant herself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nutrition set above, including seeds, is a complete diet for this species. The set consists of sugar water, honeydew, fruit flies, and a starter set of seeds. The starter set of seeds is sufficient for the first year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant colony is intended for acrylic, gypsum, and sand ant farms. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can get their food there and dispose of waste. Many products have an integrated arena. \u003cbr\u003e\nIf you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPackaging and shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photo shows how the product is actually delivered by us. The colony is in a test tube with a cotton wool stopper behind which provides water to keep the nest tube partly moist. The colony can remain in this tube for up to a few weeks without care (after receipt). We also guarantee the life of the queen for this long. If the queen does not arrive alive or dies within 2 weeks, we will provide a replacement colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications and information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"3\"\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003ePheidole Sp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eEnglish name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBig-headed Ant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2. Experienced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eQueen | Gyne:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e7-8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e2-5 mm \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThe larger the colony, the larger the ants that appear\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tMediors and Majors (soldiers).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eColony type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eMonogyne and Polygyne\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tColonies can consist of multiple queens (gynes).\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tHowever, this species also develops well with a single gyne.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNest type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSand nests, relatively deep. Very wide, often under grass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eRoom temperature, 20-30 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNo, but winter rest. Our advice: keep it a little cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tin winter around 15 degrees. \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tFor example, in a cellar, cooler attic, or shed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tNovember-February\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur experience: these ant colonies also continue to develop well\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tat room temperature in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSugar or honey water and small insects:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tAlso various small seeds (grass seeds, bird seeds,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tdandelion seeds etc...) Ensure continuously fresh\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tand preferably also live food to meet\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthe hunting behavior of this species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSimple. Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThis species prefers drier conditions than, for example, Lasius\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tniger and Myrmica rubra.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDistribution area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e(Southern) Europe and (Northern) Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAnt farm advice:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic, Gypsum or Sand including use of Arena area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eNotes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eA very spirited, small ant species. It is interesting to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tsee how they come out of the nest in large numbers to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcollect food. This is particularly the case if they\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\thave not had (fresh) food for a while. The colony\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcan grow explosively with good care. \u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThey are quite aggressive, ensure a well-sealed\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tnest and arena. 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