Camponotus nicobarensis

Camponotus nicobarensis
€24.98

Camponotus nicobarensis

The queen of ants for beginners and experts alike!

 

Origin: Thaïland

Colony size: Several thousand individuals

Difficulty: Beginner

Description:

Camponotus nicobarensis is a species of ant native to Southeast Asia, distinguished by its magnificent colors and rapid development. 

Physical characteristics:

  • Queen: 14-15mm, red to dark reddish-brown.
  • Workers: 6-9mm, reddish brown to dark brown
  • Soldiers: 10-13mm, reddish brown to dark brown
  • Male: 10mm, black

Ease of breeding:

  •  Easy to care for
  • Suitable for beginners
  • Higher climatic requirements

Behavior and development:

  • Polygynous colony (several queens)
  • Rapid development
  • Large brood
  • Claustral foundation (no feeding)
  • Development: 28 days from egg to worker (temperature dependent)
  • Queen life expectancy: 20 years

Diet and conditions:

  • Food: honeydew, insects (flies, mealworms, mosquitoes, crickets), fruit.
  • Humidity :
  • Hunting area: 30-50% * Nest: 50-70
  • Nest: 50-70
  • Temperature: Hunting area: 21-35°C - Nest: 24-28°C
  •  Hibernation: Not necessary, but winter break recommended (3 months at room temperature).

Nest types:

  • Plexiglas nest
  • Classic tube or plaster nest
  • Reconstituted stone nest

Summary:

Camponotus nicobarensis is a fascinating and rewarding species to observe and nurture. Its colony can reach several thousand individuals and the queen can live up to 20 years. It's an ideal choice for beginners wanting to discover ant breeding and for experienced breeders looking for a species with spectacular colors and rapid development.

Additional information:

  • The more queens in a colony, the faster and more impressive the development.
  • A 3-month winter break at room temperature is recommended to simulate natural conditions.
  • Camponotus nicobarensis is an active, nocturnal species.