Ectomomyrmex leeuwenhoeki
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Description
Ectomomyrmex leeuwenhoeki is a species of ant that has a polygynous colony type and a medium development rate. The queen ant measures 9-11 mm while workers measure 8-10 mm in size. They are black in color and require a diet of live insects and fruit. This ant species thrives in environments with 60-80% humidity and temperatures ranging from 21-29 °C.
Additional information
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Ectomomyrmex leeuwenhoeki
- Colony Type: Polygyny
- Colony Size: Approximately 200 workers
- Development Rate: Medium
Size:
- Queen Size: 9 – 11 mm
- Worker Size: 8 – 10 mm
Color: Black
Nutrition and Feeding
- 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
- Honey
Temperature and Humidity
- Humidity (Arena): 60-70%
- Humidity (Nest): 60-80%
- Temperature (Arena): 22-29 °C
- Temperature (Nest): 21-26 °C
Unique Features
Ectomomyrmex leeuwenhoeki possesses a unique feature that sets it apart from other ant species – they have difficulty walking on smooth surfaces. This adds an intriguing element to observing and studying their behavior. These ants may exhibit distinctive locomotion patterns and adaptations that allow them to navigate rougher terrain with greater ease. Observing this behavior can provide valuable insights into their physical abilities and evolutionary adaptations.
Recommended Nests for breeding
- Acrylic nests
- Ytong nests
- Gypsum
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