{"product_id":"myrmica-rubra-2-koninginnen-en-150-werksters","title":"Myrmica rubra 2 queens and 150+ workers","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAnt colony Myrmica rubra 2 gynes 150+\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Myrmica rubra is also known as the common red sting ant. A well-known native ant! 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 150 workers.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe colonies are polygynous, meaning that multiple gynes, or queens, can occur in a nest (but not necessarily). This colony has 2 gynes, which are only slightly larger than regular workers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e, these ants have a very clear seasonal distribution, so it is possible that a colony has little (or even no) brood during the autumn and winter period. This will return with higher temperatures in the spring!\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNote, exceptional warranty terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyrmica rubra is a fun species to keep, but significantly more challenging than, for example, Lasius niger or Messor barbarus. We guarantee the live arrival of the queen and ants, but we cannot go further than that. A Myrmica rubra colony can die out within a few days under incorrect (especially too dry) conditions. Therefore, their lifespan is clearly dependent on the housing and care provided. If there is already something wrong upon receipt, that is, of course, our responsibility and 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ant colony is intended for sand and plaster ant farms. Sand is preferred. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can get their food there and dispose of waste. Many products have an integrated arena. For Myrmica, this arena is extremely important. They must be able to continuously obtain fresh\/moist food here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for ants for a gel ant farm, we recommend the ant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaging and shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colony is housed in one or more test tubes with a cotton wick at the back 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 queen's survival upon arrival. The ant colonies are safely packed and shipped in foil.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications and information\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"3\"\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eScientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eMyrmica rubra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDutch name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eRed sting ant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDifficulty level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003e2. Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eQueen | Gyne:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003e5-6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003e4-5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eColony type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003ePolygynous, multiple queens per nest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eNest type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eSand nests, close to the surface, often under stones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eRoom temperature, 15-30 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eNo, but winter rest. Our advice: keep them slightly cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\taround 10-15 degrees. For example, in a cellar,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tcooler attic, or shed. November-February\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur experience: even in winter at room temperature,\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthese ant colonies develop well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eFood:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eSugar or honey water and small insects:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tOur advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eAdvice: Keep part of the nest slightly moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDistribution area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003e(Western) Europe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eAnt Farm Recommendation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eSand (preferred) or Plaster including the use of an Arena\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd align=\"left\" style=\"width: 183px;\" valign=\"top\"\u003eComments:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd style=\"width: 478px;\"\u003eMyrmica rubra is an interesting species. They develop\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tquickly and can move around quickly. Our experience is\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthat it is important to keep a part of the nest really moist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tDehydration is a great danger.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tThe red sting ant has a stinger and can therefore sting. It only does this\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\twhen in danger (for example, entrapment or intrusion\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tinto the nest. The sting is not dangerous and feels similar to\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tnettles.\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tFor the more serious ant keeper, a little excitement in this\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\thobby is not a problem, right?! ;-)\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":57218826666319,"sku":"SRMR2150","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2051583876_9ae5a158-6e39-40e0-ad7c-6b4793d289f7.jpg?v=1773837889","url":"https:\/\/ants-kingdom-mierenboerderij.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/myrmica-rubra-2-koninginnen-en-150-werksters","provider":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","version":"1.0","type":"link"}