Odontomachus monticola
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Description
The Odontomachus monticola is a polygynous ant species with a colony size of up to 300 workers. They have a medium development rate and the queen measures 13-16mm while the workers measure 11-14mm. They have a dark brown color with orange legs and their nutrition includes food insects and sweet fruit. They require a humidity of 60-70% in the arena and 60-80% in the nest, with temperature being suitable for their habitat.
Additional information
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Odontomachus monticola
Colony Type
Colony Type: Polygyny
Colony Size: Up to 300 workers
Development Speed: medium
Size
- Queen: 13-16 mm
- Workers: 11-14 mm
Color: Odontomachus monticola ants have a dark brown body with distinctive orange legs.
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live
- Fruits
- Jelly
- Honey
Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 60-70%, Nest: 60-80%
- Temperature: Arena: 21-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C
Features of the Species
The stunning Odontomachus monticola species possesses fast jaws that open 180 degrees, enabling them to swiftly catch prey and prevent escape. They also have a sting, which enhances their defensive capabilities.
Recommended Nests for breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Gypsum
- Ytong
- Natural with substrate
Anoplolepis gracilipes
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