Messor cephalotes
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Description
Messor cephalotes is a monogyny ant species with a colony size of up to 5000 workers. The development rate is medium. The queen measures 22-25mm, workers range from 4-14mm, and majors are 14-22mm. They have a black abdomen and a brightly stained red head. They consume food insects and plant seeds. The humidity in their arena should be around 30.
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Messor cephalotes – The Largest Harvester Ant
If you are passionate about ants and have always dreamt of owning your own ant colony, Messor cephalotes, the largest harvester ant, is the perfect choice for you. Not only are these ants visually stunning with their impressive size and captivating coloration, but they also offer a fascinating experience in observing their behavior and growth. Read on to discover more about the unique characteristics and care requirements of Messor cephalotes.
Colony Characteristics
- Colony Type: Monogyny – One queen per colony
- Colony Size: Up to 5000 workers
- Development Rate: Medium
Size
- Queen: 22-25mm
- Workers: 4–14mm
- Majors: 14 – 22mm
The stunning coloration of Messor cephalotes, with its black abdomen and a head beautifully stained in a bright red hue, makes these ants truly captivating to behold.
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live if colony is big
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
Humidity and Temperature
- Arena Humidity: 30 – 50%
- Nest Humidity: 50 – 70%
- Arena Temperature: 25-30 °C
- Nest Temperature: 24 – 28 °C
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Cork Nests
- Digfix
- YTONG
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