Aphaenogaster subterranea
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Description
Aphaenogaster subterranea is a species of ant with monogynous colonies of up to 1000 workers. They have a medium development rate and vary in size, with Queens measuring 7-8mm and workers measuring 3-4mm. They are brown in color and their nutrition consists of food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without salt.
Additional information
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Aphaenogaster subterranea – The Fascinating Ant Colony
Colony Details
- Colony Type: Monogyny
- Colony Size: Up to about 1000-2000 workers
- Development Rate: middle
Size and Color
- Queen: 7-8 mm
- Workers: 3-4 mm
Color: brown
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets)
- Syrup (a mixture of water and honey, with a ratio of 4:1)
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt
- Honey
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 30-50%, Nest: 50-70%
- Temperature: Arena: 23-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C
Unique Species Feature
Aphaenogaster subterranea stands out for its ability to transport liquid food using improvised means. These resourceful ants can utilize various objects found in their surroundings, such as clods of earth, pieces of moss, or even needles, to carry and distribute liquid food within their colony. This remarkable behavior showcases their adaptability and ingenuity.
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic nests
- Cork nests
- Plaster nests
- Digfix
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