Queen Colony Founding Set Up - Claustral Vs. Semi-Claustral
Claustral and semi-claustral queen ants have different colony founding strategies, and as a result, require different setups for successful colony establishment. Here's an overview of the differenc...
What Happens When an Ant First Discovers Food
The way ants process newly found food varies depending on the species, colony size, food size, and individual colony. Some ants consume the food on the spot and transport it in their social stomach...
Ant Nutrition = Protein + Carbs + Water
Carbohydrates, proteins, and water are all essential components of an ant's diet and are necessary for their survival.CarbohydratesProvide ants with the energy they need to perform various activiti...
How to Determine if a Queen Ant Has Mated?
Determining whether a queen ant has mated is crucial for understanding her reproductive capabilities. There are several indicators that can help identify whether the queen ant has successfully mate...
The Importance of a Mated Queen Ant
At the core of every prosperous ant colony lies a mated queen ant, a vital figure in the process of founding a new ant colony. The queen requires sperm from a male ant to fertilize her eggs, result...
There are several ways to heat a formicarium, depending on the size and design of the formicarium, as well as the specific heating needs of the ant species being kept. Here are some common methods:...