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About Camponotus barbaricus

 

These Queens and Colonies are found throughout the warmer countries of Southern Europe. 

 

Suitable for: These ants are suitable for beginners with little to no experience.

 

Temperature and Humidity 

  • Nest 21- 25°C - Outworld 18- 28°C
  • Nest 50- 70% - Outworld 30- 60%


Hibernation

Yes from the end of November to the end of February at around 15°C. 

 

Diet

  • Water (at all times).
  • Carbohydrates like byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar/ honey water or other.
  • Protein like fresh-killed insects or other.

 

Founding Queen and Ant colony size

  • Claustral (Without feeding Queen).
  • Monogyne (one Queen per colony)
  • Up to 10,000 workers per colony.


Nest type/ Ant farm

  • Acrylic
  • YTong- IF encased as they can chew.
  • Glass
  • 3D Printed
  • Natural setup
  • A "Tub and Tube" setup is recommended until your colony is ready for an ant nest but too big for a test tube.

 

Ant Sizes

  • Camponotus barbaricus Queen 17mm
  • Minor/ Media Workers 8-12mm
  • Major Workers 14-17mm​​​​

 

Bite/ Sting/ Formic acid

Majors may nip.

 

Description: Camponotus barbaricus are one of the largest species of ants in Europe. They are often found underneath decaying wood and especially enjoy nesting in soil. They are highly polymorphic and the size difference between workers is truly fascinating. They are fast moving, but slow growing but eventually begin to boom in numbers and a fully mature colony boasts up to 10,000 workers. A real treat for ant enthusiasts!


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