Camponotus saxatilis

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Number of workers

SKU: AOTA88 Category: Ants Tags: ant, Ant Atlas, ant colony, ant on top, antontop, ants, Atlas de hormigas, Atlas Mrówek, Camponotus abscisus, Camponotus arnoldinus, Camponotus mitis, Camponotus saxatilis, Camponotus sylvaticus, Queen of ants

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Description

Camponotus saxatilis is a monogynous ant species with colony sizes of up to 10,000 workers. They have a slow development rate. The queen measures 15-18 mm, workers measure 6-9 mm, and majors measure 10-12 mm. They have a black mat color with thick yellow-gray hair on their bodies. Their diet consists of food insects, syrup, fruits, and vegetables.

Additional information

Behavior	Moderate
Difficulty in breeding	For intermediates
Origin	Asia
The size of ants	Large
Wintering	Wintering

Description

Camponotus saxatilis

Colony Type: Monogyny

Colony Size: Up to 10 000 workers

Development Speed: slow

Size

Queen: 15-18 mm
Workers: 6-9mm
Majors: 10-12mm

The coloration of Camponotus saxatilis is predominantly black, with a glossy appearance on their bodies. One distinctive feature of this species is the presence of thick yellow-gray hair on their bodies, adding a unique visual appeal.

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

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Humidity and Temperature:

Humidity: Arena: 30-50%, Nest: 50-60%
Temperature: Arena: 18-28 °C, Nest: 22-24 °C

Species Behavior

Camponotus saxatilis is known for its calm and composed nature. These ants are not typically aggressive, but they do possess powerful mandibles and can deliver a formidable bite if provoked. It is always important to handle them with care and avoid any unnecessary stress. Observing their behavior can be a fascinating experience, showcasing their intricate social interactions and division of labor within the colony.