Rhytidoponera chalybeae
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Description
Rhytidoponera chalybeae is a monogynous ant species. The colony size can reach up to 500 workers, and their development rate is medium. The queen measures 7-8mm, while the workers measure 4-7mm. The ants have an iridescent purple orange-red color, with dark purple being dominant. Their nutrition consists of food insects, syrup, fruit, vegetables, jelly, and coconut water.
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Rhytidoponera chalybeae
Colony Information
Colony type: Monogyny
Colony size: up to 300 workers
Development rate: medium
Size
- Queen: 7-8mm
- Workers: 4-7mm
Color: Dark purple with an iridescent shine of purple and orange-red
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
- Honey
- Nuts
Temperatura and Humidity
Humidity:
- Arena: 40-50%
- Nest: 50-70%
Temperature:
- Arena: 22-28°C
- Nest: 22-26°C
Species Features and Behavior
The Rhytidoponera chalybeae species is known for its cautious and secretive nature. In case of danger, these ants have the incredible ability to instantly withdraw without panicking. This unique behavior sets them apart from other ant species, making them particularly fascinating to observe and study.
Recommended Nests for Breeding
- Acrylic Nests
- Natural setup
- Gypsum
- Ytong
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