Messor arenarius
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Description
Messor arenarius, also known as the Harvester Ant, is a fascinating ant species that is perfect for collectors. It is the second largest species of Messor in the world and has unique behaviors that will captivate any ant enthusiast.
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Messor arenarius: The Harvester Ant
If you’re looking for a fascinating ant species to add to your collection, look no further than Messor arenarius. Known as the harvester ant, Messor arenarius is the second largest species of Messor in the world. With its impressive size and unique behaviors, this ant is sure to captivate any ant enthusiast.
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 5000 workers
Development Speed: medium
Size
- Queen: 18-23 mm
- Workers: 6-13 mm
- Majors: 14-19 mm
Nutrition
- Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live if colony is big
- Fruits and vegetables
- Jelly
- Cooked chicken without salt, shrimps
- Seeds
Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!
Habitat and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 40-60%, Nest: 50-70%
- Temperature: Arena: 22-30 °C, Nest: 22-26 °C
Behavior and Specializations
Messor arenarius ants exhibit fascinating behaviors and specializations within their colonies. Major workers have enlarged mandibles, allowing them to efficiently cut and transport seeds. These seeds are then stored in granaries within the nest, providing a long-term food supply.
The workers also exhibit division of labor, with some individuals focusing on foraging, while others tend to the queen and larvae. This intricate social structure ensures the well-being and productivity of the colony.
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Cork Nests
- Digfix
- Ytong
Roman –
TOP ANTS FROM TOP ANT SHOP????
Mathieu (verified owner) –
All perfect, very healthy Queen.
Todo perfecto, reina muy sana y con muchas obreras. Paquete impecable.