Pogonomyrmex rugosus
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Description
Pogonomyrmex rugosus is a monogynous ant species with colony sizes of up to 10-15 thousand individuals. They have a medium development rate and their queen is 10-12mm in size while workers are 5-7mm. They have a dark brown color with a dark orange abdomen and feed on food insects and seeds. They prefer a humidity level of 40-60% in the arena and 50-60% in the nest.
Additional information
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Pogonomyrmex rugosus
Colony Type: Monogyny
Colony Size: Up to 15 000 workers
Development Speed: medium
Size
- Queen: 10-12 mm
- Workers: 5-7 mm
- Majors: 9-12mm
These ants boast a beautiful combination of colors, with a dark brown exoskeleton and a distinctive dark orange abdomen.
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
- Seeds
Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!
Humidity and Temperature
- Humidity: Arena: 40-60%, Nest: 50-60%
- Temperature: Arena: 22-30 °C, Nest: 22-26 °C
Feature of the Species
A notable feature of Pogonomyrmex rugosus is their powerful sting. According to the Schmidt Index, their sting is considered to be at level 3, making it one of the most potent among ant species. This natural defense mechanism ensures the survival and protection of the colony. Careful handling and observation are essential when interacting with these remarkable creatures.
Recommended Nests for breeding
- Acrylic nests
- Cork nests
- Ytong nests
- Gypsum
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