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Myrmica rubra 1 queen and 50+ workers
€ 35,00
Ant colony Myrmica rubra 1 gyne 50+
Species
Myrmica rubra is also known as the common red ant. A well-known ant from our own soil! Our 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 more than 50 workers.
The colonies are polygynous, meaning that multiple gynes, queens, can be present in a nest (not necessarily). This colony has 1 gyne, which are only slightly larger than a regular worker.
Please note, these ants have a very clear seasonal distribution, so it is possible that a colony has little (or even no) brood in the autumn and winter period. This will then return with higher temperatures in the spring!
Note, deviating warranty provision
Myrmica rubra is a fun species to keep, but clearly more difficult than, for example, Lasius niger or Messor barbarus. We guarantee that the queen and ants will arrive alive, but we cannot go beyond that. A Myrmica rubra colony can die out within a few days under incorrect (especially too dry) conditions. Therefore, the lifespan is clearly dependent on the housing and care. If something is already wrong upon receipt, that is of course our responsibility and at our risk. This must be reported to us within 24 hours (after receipt) with clear photos. If you have doubts about the care and purchase of a Myrmica colony, please contact us first for advice!
Suitable for
The ant colony is intended for sand and plaster ant farms. Sand is preferred here. We also advise using an arena. The ants can get their food there and dispose of waste. Many products have an integrated arena. With Myrmica, this arena is enormously important. They must be able to continuously obtain fresh/moist food here.
If you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.
Packaging and shipping
The colony is housed in one or more test tubes with a cotton stopper behind which provides water to keep the nesting tube partially moist. Due to its size, the colony cannot remain in this tube for too long without care (maximum a few days after receipt). We guarantee the life of the queen upon arrival. The ant colonies are safely packed and shipped in foil.
Specifications and information
| Scientific name | Myrmica rubra |
| Dutch name | Red ant |
| Difficulty level | 2. Medium |
| Queen | Gyne: | 5-6 mm |
| Workers: | 4-5 mm |
| Colony type: | Polygynous, multiple queens per nest |
| Nest type: | Sand nests, close to the surface, often under stones |
| Temperature: | Room temperature, 15-30 degrees Celsius |
| Hibernation: | No, but winter rest. Our advice: keep them a bit cooler around 10-15 degrees Celsius. For example, in a cellar, cooler attic or shed. November-February Our experience: even in winter at room temperature, these ant colonies continue to develop well. |
| Food: | Sugar or honey water and small insects: Our advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies. |
| Humidity: | Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist |
| Distribution area: | (Western) Europe |
| Ant Farm Recommendation: | Sand (preferred) or Plaster including use of Arena area |
| Remarks: | Myrmica rubra is an interesting species. They develop quickly and can also move quickly. Our experience is that it is important to keep a part of the nest really moist. Dehydration is a great danger. The red ant has a stinger and can therefore sting. The ant only does this in case of danger (for example, entrapment or intrusion into the nest. The sting is not dangerous and feels similar to stinging nettles. For the more serious ant keeper, a little excitement in this hobby is not a problem, right?! ;-) |
Myrmica rubra 1 queen and 50+ workers
€ 35,00
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Ant colony Myrmica rubra 1 gyne 50+
Species
Myrmica rubra is also known as the common red ant. A well-known ant from our own soil! Our 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 more than 50 workers.
The colonies are polygynous, meaning that multiple gynes, queens, can be present in a nest (not necessarily). This colony has 1 gyne, which are only slightly larger than a regular worker.
Please note, these ants have a very clear seasonal distribution, so it is possible that a colony has little (or even no) brood in the autumn and winter period. This will then return with higher temperatures in the spring!
Note, deviating warranty provision
Myrmica rubra is a fun species to keep, but clearly more difficult than, for example, Lasius niger or Messor barbarus. We guarantee that the queen and ants will arrive alive, but we cannot go beyond that. A Myrmica rubra colony can die out within a few days under incorrect (especially too dry) conditions. Therefore, the lifespan is clearly dependent on the housing and care. If something is already wrong upon receipt, that is of course our responsibility and at our risk. This must be reported to us within 24 hours (after receipt) with clear photos. If you have doubts about the care and purchase of a Myrmica colony, please contact us first for advice!
Suitable for
The ant colony is intended for sand and plaster ant farms. Sand is preferred here. We also advise using an arena. The ants can get their food there and dispose of waste. Many products have an integrated arena. With Myrmica, this arena is enormously important. They must be able to continuously obtain fresh/moist food here.
If you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.
Packaging and shipping
The colony is housed in one or more test tubes with a cotton stopper behind which provides water to keep the nesting tube partially moist. Due to its size, the colony cannot remain in this tube for too long without care (maximum a few days after receipt). We guarantee the life of the queen upon arrival. The ant colonies are safely packed and shipped in foil.
Specifications and information
| Scientific name | Myrmica rubra |
| Dutch name | Red ant |
| Difficulty level | 2. Medium |
| Queen | Gyne: | 5-6 mm |
| Workers: | 4-5 mm |
| Colony type: | Polygynous, multiple queens per nest |
| Nest type: | Sand nests, close to the surface, often under stones |
| Temperature: | Room temperature, 15-30 degrees Celsius |
| Hibernation: | No, but winter rest. Our advice: keep them a bit cooler around 10-15 degrees Celsius. For example, in a cellar, cooler attic or shed. November-February Our experience: even in winter at room temperature, these ant colonies continue to develop well. |
| Food: | Sugar or honey water and small insects: Our advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies. |
| Humidity: | Advice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist |
| Distribution area: | (Western) Europe |
| Ant Farm Recommendation: | Sand (preferred) or Plaster including use of Arena area |
| Remarks: | Myrmica rubra is an interesting species. They develop quickly and can also move quickly. Our experience is that it is important to keep a part of the nest really moist. Dehydration is a great danger. The red ant has a stinger and can therefore sting. The ant only does this in case of danger (for example, entrapment or intrusion into the nest. The sting is not dangerous and feels similar to stinging nettles. For the more serious ant keeper, a little excitement in this hobby is not a problem, right?! ;-) |
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Antskingdom.com
📍 Laan van de ram 64B
7324 BV Apeldoorn
💬 WA +31 85 888 9797
✉️ E: info@antskingdom.com
Chamber of Commerce no: 82353050
VAT no: NL862430744B01