Proformica nasuta

175,90 zł

Number of workers

SKU: AOTA271 Category: Ants Tags: ant, Ant Atlas, ant colony, ant on top, antontop, Atlas de hormigas, Atlas Mrówek, Camponotus cruentatus, Camponotus fallax, Colobopsis truncata, Proformica nasuta, Queen of ants

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Description

Proformica nasuta is a monogynous ant species with a colony size of up to 1000 workers. They have a medium development rate, with queens measuring 9-11 mm and workers measuring 3-10 mm in size. The ants are dark brown in color and their diet includes food insects, syrup, and fruit. They thrive in arenas with a humidity level of 60-80%, while their nests require a humidity level of 60-70%.

Additional information

Behavior	Moderate
Difficulty in breeding	For intermediates
Origin	Western and South Europe
The size of ants	Medium
Wintering	With diapause

Description

Proformica nasuta

Colony Type

Colony Type: Monogyny

Colony Size: Up to 1000 workers

Development Speed: medium

Size

Queen: 9-11 mm
Workers: 3-10 mm

In terms of color, these fascinating ants display a rich and dark brown hue that distinguishes them from other species.

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

Arena Humidity and Temperature Requirements

Arena humidity: 60-80%
Nest humidity: 60-70%
Arena temperature: 22-28 °C
Nest temperature: 20-24 °C

By maintaining optimal humidity and temperature conditions, you’re providing Proformica nasuta with the ideal habitat for their growth and development.

Unique Feature: Barrel Ant Caste

One of the most distinctive features of Proformica nasuta is the presence of a barrel ant caste. Within the colony, these unique ants possess a large and robust abdomen that serves a crucial role. The barrel ants protect and store food within their bellies, ensuring the nourishment and survival of the entire colony. This remarkable adaptation showcases the ingenuity and resilience of Proformica nasuta.