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Description
The Camponotus castaneus is a monogynous ant species with a colony size of up to 1000 workers. They have a medium development speed and come in sizes ranging from 7-12 mm for workers to 17-18 mm for queens. These light orange ants feed on food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken.
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Camponotus castaneus – American Carpenter Ant Colony
- Colony Type: Monogyny
- Colony Size: Up to about 1000 workers
- Development Rate: medium
Size
- Queen: 17-18 mm
- Workers: 7-12 mm
- Majors: 12-27 mm
The ants of this species have a distinctive light orange color, which adds to their charm and beauty.
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 3 water:1)
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
- Honey
Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!
Temperature and Humidity
- Humidity: Arena: 50-60%, Nest: 50-70%
- Temperature: Arena: 20-30 °C, Nest: 24-28 °C
Special Features
What sets Camponotus castaneus apart from other ant species is their unique combination of colony aggressiveness and excellent hunting skills. These ants are highly efficient predators, showcasing unmatched hunting abilities. Watching them in action is a sight to behold and truly highlights the wonders of the insect world.
Recommended Nests for breeding
- Acrylic nests
- Cork nests
- Ytong nests
- Gypsum
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