Camponotus consobrinus
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Description
Camponotus consobrinus is a monogynous ant species with colonies reaching up to 20,000 workers. They exhibit a moderate to fast development speed. Queens typically measure around 16–18 mm in length, while workers range from 6 to 12 mm, showing noticeable polymorphism. This species is known for its striking appearance: the head and thorax are orange to reddish-brown, while the gaster is glossy black, creating a sharp bicolored contrast. They primarily feed on insect prey, sugary substances like honey-water or syrup, jelly, fruit, and protein-rich foods such as cooked chicken or egg.
Additional information
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Camponotus consobrinus (Banded Sugar Ant)
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 15,000 workers
Development Speed: Medium to Slow
Size
- Queen: 14–16 mm
- Workers: 6–12 mm
Nutrition
- Feeder insects (e.g. crickets, roaches, mealworms) — fresh or pre-killed
- Sugar mix (4:1 water to honey or sugar syrup)
- Fresh fruit (apple, banana, grapes, etc.)
- Protein jelly
- Unsalted cooked meats or shrimp
- Pure honey
Temperature and Humidity
- Humidity: Arena: 40–60% | Nest: 50–70%
- Temperature: Arena: 22–30 °C | Nest: 22–26 °C
Recommended nests for breeding
Nesting preferences include plaster, acrylic, Ytong (AAC), and naturalistic setups, all of which help maintain the humidity levels they enjoy. Colonies start slowly, but once established, can grow quite large and become very engaging to observe.
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