Description
This is a heat-loving, swift, and aggressive ant species that nests in the soil of the warm regions of the Iberian Peninsula. It is claustral, monogynous (single-queen) species, and as a polymorphic species, it has three worker castes (minor, media, and major) with significant size differences. Under ideal conditions with enough protein, the colony grows dynamically. Both the queen and workers are dusky black, sometimes with a slight reddish tint on their heads and thorax. Their bodies are covered with silvery hairs. For their habitat, sand or small gravel is recommended. They are very clean, actively managing their area and placing waste in dry spots to avoid infections. They have good vision and can navigate visually, making them more active during the day. The colony reaches only a few hundred workers, making them ideal for medium and large formicariums or terrariums. Workers hunt alone on the ground, but if necessary, they help each other to carry the prey back home.
Feeding: Honey and insects.
Reproduction: The colony reproduces quickly with heat; heating during the summer is recommended for faster reproduction. A mature colony consists of a few hundred workers.
Hibernating: Requires hibernating at 15-18°C, from late November to February. For more information, check this video video.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.