Pristomyrmex brevispinosus

225,90 zł

Number of workers

SKU: AOTA269 Category: Ants Tags: ant, Ant Atlas, ant colony, ant on top, antontop, Atlas de hormigas, Atlas Mrówek, Camponotus aeneopilosus, Camponotus aethiops, Pristomyrmex brevispinosus, Queen of ants

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Description

Pristomyrmex brevispinosus is a fast-growing ant species that can have up to 10,000 workers in a colony. The queen is 5-6 mm in size, while the workers are 4-5 mm. They have a red-chestnut color and their diet includes food insects, syrup, fruits, and vegetables.

Additional information

Behavior	Moderate
Difficulty in breeding	For intermediates
Origin	Eastern and South Asia
The size of ants	Small
Wintering	No Wintering

Description

Pristomyrmex brevispinosus

Colony Type: Motherless Mothers and Ergatoid Mothers

Colony Size: Up to 10 000 workers

Development Speed: Fast

Pristomyrmex brevispinosus colonies typically develop without a mother, making them an intriguing species to study. However, it’s important to note that some colonies can also have ergatoid mothers. Ergatoid queens can be distinguished by their larger heads and eyes, setting them apart from the other ants within the colony.

Size

Queen: 5-6 mm.
Workers: 4-5 mm.

In terms of color, these ants have a striking red-chestnut hue that adds to their visual appeal. Observing their movements and behavior becomes even more captivating with their vibrant colors on display.

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

Creating a suitable environment is crucial for the proper development and well-being of Pristomyrmex brevispinosus colonies. Here are the recommended humidity and temperature levels:

Nest Humidity: 70-90%.
Nest Temperature: 22-30 °C.
Arena Humidity: 50-70%.
Arena Temperature: 26-30 °C.

By closely monitoring and maintaining these environmental conditions, you are ensuring the well-being and productivity of your Pristomyrmex brevispinosus colony.