Camponotus kefir
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Description
Camponotus kefir is a monogynous ant species with colonies that can reach up to 10,000 workers. They have a fast development speed. The queen measures 17-19 mm in size, while the workers range from 5-9 mm and majors range from 10-17 mm. They have a red-brown body color. Their nutrition consists of food insects such as cockroaches and crickets.
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Camponotus kefir Ant colony
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 10 000 workers
Development Speed: Fast
Size
- Queen: 17-19 mm.
- Workers: 5-9 mm.
- Majors: 10-17 mm.
The species exhibits a distinct color pattern, with the mesosoma (the middle section of the body) and legs of the majors and smaller workers being uniformly red-brown. These body parts are always lighter than the black to dark brown head and belly.
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live if colony is big
- Syrup (a mixture of water and honey or sugar, with a ratio of 4/3 water:1)
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
- Honey
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 30-50%, Nest: 50-60%
- Temperature: Arena: 23-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C
Recommended Nests for Breeding:
When breeding Camponotus kefir ants, it is recommended to provide them with suitable nests that cater to their needs. Nest options such as acrylic, cork, plaster, and aerated concrete are ideal for these ants. These materials offer a comfortable and secure environment for the colony to thrive and develop.
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