Camponotus spinolae

• Queen: 13–15 mm
• Workers: 6–12 mm (major polymorphism with large majors and smaller minors)

Color:Striking bicolored appearance – typically red or reddish-brown head and mesosoma with a dark brown to black gaster. Their large size and elegant form make them one of the more visually impressive Camponotus species.

• 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:
 Arena: 40–60%
 Nest: 50–70%

• Temperature:
 Arena: 24–30 °C
 Nest: 23–27 °C

Avoid prolonged high humidity in the nest to prevent mold, especially when using organic nest materials.

This species is notable for its dimorphic worker caste, which includes large-headed majors and smaller, agile minors. While they lack repletes like Myrmecocystus, C. spinolae are extremely active foragers, and their large colony size and bold behavior make them a pleasure to observe.

They are also known for strong mandibular strength and can subdue live prey effectively. While not aggressive toward humans, they can bite when disturbed.

• Acrylic (with moisture chambers)
• Plaster
• YTONG (aerated concrete)
• Wood (well-sealed and monitored for mold)