Polyrhachis rastellata
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Description
Polyrhachis rastellata is a polygynous ant species with colonies consisting of up to 10,000 individuals. They have a fast development speed and their size ranges from 9-11mm for queens and 7-9mm for workers. These ants have a black body with orange legs and their diet includes food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without salt.
Additional information
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Polyrhachis rastellata
Colony Type: Polygyny
Colony Size: Up to 10 000 workers
Development Speed: Fast
Size
- Queen: 9-11 mm
- Workers: 6-8 mm
Their bodies are predominantly black, with striking orange legs that add a touch of vibrancy to their appearance.
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: 50-70%, Nest: 70-90%
- Temperature: Arena: 25-30 °C, Nest: 24-28 °C
Species Features
Polyrhachis Rastellata ants are known for their unique nesting habits. They construct their nests on trees and other plants, utilizing the help of larvae. This cooperative effort allows them to create robust and secure nests for their colony. The ants are highly active and exhibit a level of aggression, which contributes to their success in defending their territory and resources. They share similarities with another ant species called P. abdominalis.
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Natural setup
- Gypsum
- Ytong
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