Camponotus kugleri

• Queen: 17-19 mm.
• Workers: 5-9 mm.
• Majors: 10-17 mm.

The color of the ants’ mesosoma and legs in majors and smaller workers is uniformly black-brown, always lighter than the black to dark brown head and belly.

• 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: Arena: 30-50%, Nest: 50-60%
• Temperature: Arena: 23-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C

– Acrylic nests: Acrylic nests provide a durable and transparent option for observing the Camponotus kugleri. The clear material allows for easy monitoring of the ants’ behavior and nest activities.
– Cork nests: Cork nests offer a natural and environmentally-friendly choice for housing this ant species. The porous nature of cork provides a suitable environment for the ants to establish their colony.
– Plaster nests: Plaster nests are another option for providing a secure and suitable habitat for the Camponotus kugleri. The solid construction of plaster nests ensures stability and protection for the colony.
– Aerated concrete nests: Aerated concrete nests offer a lightweight, yet robust, alternative for housing the ants. The porous structure allows for proper ventilation and moisture regulation.