{"product_id":"myrmica-rubra-2-koninginnen-en-90-werksters","title":"Myrmica rubra 2 queens and 90+ workers","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAnt colony Myrmica rubra 2 gynes 90+\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 stinging 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 90 workers.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe colonies are polygynous, meaning that multiple gynes, or queens, can occur in a nest (not necessarily). This colony has 2 gynes, which are only slightly larger than regular workers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e, these ants have a very distinct seasonal cycle, so it is possible that a colony may have little (or even no) brood during the autumn and winter period. This will then return at higher temperatures in spring!\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease note, different warranty terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMyrmica rubra is a fun species to keep, but clearly more challenging than, for example, Lasius niger or Messor barbarus. We guarantee that the queen and ants will arrive alive, but we cannot go further than that. A Myrmica rubra colony can die 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!\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 gypsum ant farms. Sand is preferred. We also recommend using an arena. The ants can get their food there and remove waste. Many products have an integrated arena. For myrmica, this arena is extremely important. They must be able to obtain fresh\/moist food here continuously.\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 ball behind it providing 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 queen's life upon arrival. The ant colonies are securely packaged 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 stinging 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 class\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\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tit slightly cooler around 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 continue to 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(West)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 Gypsum including use of Arena area\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\"\u003eRemarks:\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 also move 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 stinging ant has a stinger and can therefore sting. It only does\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\tthis when 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":57217844576591,"sku":"SRMR290","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2026027434.jpg?v=1773827389","url":"https:\/\/ants-kingdom-mierenboerderij.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/myrmica-rubra-2-koninginnen-en-90-werksters","provider":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","version":"1.0","type":"link"}