Camponotus misturus
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Description
Camponotus misturus is a monogynous ant species with fast development speed and a colony size of up to 2,000 workers. The queen measures 14-16mm in size, while workers range from 4-8mm and majors are 9-12mm. They have a black head and body with a slightly red abdomen. Their nutrition includes food insects, syrup, fruit, vegetables, and jelly.
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Camponotus misturus
Colony Type
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 2 000 workers
Development Speed: medium
Size
- Queen: 14-16 mm
- Workers: 4-8 mm
- Majors: 9-12 mm
Camponotus misturus is recognizable by its black head and body, with a slightly red abdomen, creating a striking contrast that sets it apart from other ant 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 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!
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 40-60%, Nest: 60-70%
- Temperature: Arena: 24-30 °C, Nest: 22-26 °C
Characteristics of the Species
The distinct coloration of Camponotus misturus makes it a truly breathtaking species to observe. Resembling a slightly smaller specimen of the formidable Dinomyrmex gigas, these ants exhibit not only an impressive appearance but also intriguing behaviors that make them a fascinating addition to any ant enthusiast’s collection.
Recommended Nests for breeding
- Acrylic nests
- Ytong nests
- Gypsum
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