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Description
Cataglyphis hispanica is a polygynous ant species with colony sizes of up to 20,000 workers. They have a very fast development speed. The queen measures 12-16 mm, while workers measure 7-16 mm. They are black in color with a red head. Their diet consists of food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without salt.
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Cataglyphis hispanica
Colony Type: Polygyny
Colony Size: Up to 20 000 workers
Development Speed: Fast
Size
- Queen: 12-17 mm
- Workers: 7-16 mm
These ants have a striking coloration, with black bodies and a red head.
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 4/3 water:1)
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
- Honey
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 30-60%, Nest: 50-70%
- Temperature: Arena: 25-35 °C, Nest: 24-28 °C
Notable Feature: Incredible Speed
The Cataglyphis hispanica ants are renowned for their incredible speed, making them the fastest species of ants. Their elongated legs allow them to move swiftly and efficiently. To maximize their activity levels, it is beneficial to warm up the arena to mimic their natural habitat. This helps create an environment that promotes their natural behaviors and ensures their well-being.
Recommended Nests
Providing suitable habitats for the breeding and growth of the Cataglyphis hispanica ants is crucial. Two highly recommended options are acrylic and aerated concrete nests. These materials offer the necessary space for the colony to thrive and expand. Additionally, a spatially generous arena allows the ants to engage in their natural activities and ensures they have ample room to move around.
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