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Odontomachus latidens

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Description

The Odontomachus latidens is a polygynous ant species with colonies of up to 500 individuals. They have a medium development rate and the queen measures 10-12mm while workers measure 9-11mm. They have a black and maroon body with maroon legs. Their diet consists of food insects and sweet fruit. They require a humidity level of 60-70% in the arena and 60-80% in the nest.

Additional information

Behavior

Difficulty in breeding

Origin

The size of ants

Wintering

Description

Odontomachus latidens

Colony Type

Colony Type: Polygyny

Colony Size: Up to 500 workers

Development Speed: medium


Size

  • Queen: 10-13 mm
  • Workers: 10-12 mm

Color: These ants have a unique coloration, with a body that varies between black-(black-brown) and distinguishable brown legs.


Nutrition

  • Food insects (such as cockroaches and crickets) dead, or live
  • Fruits
  • Jelly
  • Honey

Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!


Humidity and Temperature

  • Humidity: Arena: 60-70%, Nest: 60-80%
  • Temperature: Arena: 21-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C

Features of the Species:

The Odontomachus latidens is truly a remarkable species due to its unique characteristics. With highly developed jaws, they possess the fastest reflexes in nature. These jaw movements allow them to catch prey with precision and prevent their escape. The ability of their mandibles to open up to 180 degrees further enhances their hunting efficiency. These features make them one of the most formidable hunters in the insect kingdom.


Recommended Nests for breeding

  • Acrylic Nests
  • Gypsum
  • Ytong
  • Natural with substrate
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