Camponotus friedae is a large, slow-growing ant species of western Asia. Known for its polymorphic workers and striking coloration, it typically nests in dry wood or soil. Colonies are calm, nocturnal, and develop gradually, but queens are long-lived and highly resilient. Ideal for experienced keepers who prefer large, elegant ants with stable colony dynamics and moderate activity.
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Acanthomyrmex thailandensis
Price range: $82.38 through $274.66Acanthomyrmex thailandensis is a species of ant that is polygynous and has colonies of up to 1000 workers. The development rate is medium and the ants vary in size, with the queens measuring 4-6 mm, workers measuring 3-4 mm, and majors measuring 5-8 mm. They are brown-red in color and their nutrition includes food insects, syrup, fruit, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken.
Camponotus aeneopilosus
Price range: $109.85 through $195.00Camponotus aeneopilosus is a monogynous ant species with colonies of up to 5000 workers. They develop quickly and have a size range of 14-16mm for queens, 6-9mm for workers, and 8-12mm for major workers. These black ants require a diet of food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without salt.
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Camponotus bellus
Price range: $145.56 through $227.96The Camponotus bellus ant is a polygynous species with colony sizes of up to 10,000 workers. They have a medium development rate and come in varying sizes: queens are 5-8mm, workers are 3-5mm, and majors are 4-7mm. They are black with a yellow picture on their abdomen and their diet consists of food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked food.
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Camponotus dolendus
Price range: $52.16 through $98.86Camponotus dolendus is a monogynous ant species with colony sizes reaching up to 8,000–12,000 workers in mature nests. They are known for their moderate to fast development speed, depending on environmental conditions.
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Camponotus floridanus
Price range: $107.10 through $214.23Camponotus floridanus is a monogynous ant species with a colony size ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 workers. They have a very fast development speed. The queen ant is 14-17 mm in size, while the workers range from 4-9 mm and majors are 11-13 mm. They have a distinct coloration with a reddish-orange head, bright orange mesosome and legs, and deep black punctuation. Their nutrition consists of food insects.
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Camponotus friedae
Price range: $87.87 through $123.58
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Camponotus irritans
Price range: $43.92 through $85.12The Camponotus irritans ant colony is monogynous and can have up to 5000 workers. They have a medium development rate. The queen ant size is 12-14mm, while the workers are 5-8mm and the majors are 7-11mm. The ants have a dark brown/black head, brown to yellowish chest, and brown to dark brown stomach. Their nutrition consists of food insects such as cockroaches and crickets, as well as syrup made from water and honey.
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Camponotus maculatus subnudus
Price range: $54.91 through $101.61Camponotus maculatus subnudus is a fast-growing ant species with a monogynous colony type. The colony size can reach up to 10,000 workers. The queen has a size of 12-15mm, workers are 6-9mm, and majors are 11-13mm. The ants have an orange-brown color and feed on food insects, syrup, fruit, vegetables, and jelly.
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Camponotus nicobarensis
Price range: $24.69 through $109.85The Camponotus nicobarensis is a fast-developing ant species with a polygynous colony type. The colony size ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 workers, and the ants come in various sizes, with the queen measuring 11-14mm and the workers measuring 5-7mm. They have a red-orange color mixed with black and require a diet of food insects, syrup, fruits, vegetables, jelly, and cooked food.
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Camponotus rufoglaucus
Price range: $39.28 through $87.87Camponotus rufoglaucus is a monogynous ant species with colonies of up to 8,000–10,000 workers. They show moderate to fast development and strong polymorphism. Queens measure 16–18 mm, workers range from 5 to 10 mm, and majors can reach 12–14 mm.
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Camponotus substitutus
Price range: $82.38 through $109.85For Camponotus substitutus ants, it is important to provide a suitable nest setup made of acrylic or plaster. The ideal nest should have multiple chambers and tunnels for the ants to explore and establish their nests. The “Ant Farm” style setup is a popular option, made of plastic or glass, offering excellent visibility and insulation.
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Crematogaster rogenhoferi
Price range: $27.44 through $54.91Crematogaster rogenhoferi is a monogynous ant species with dynamic and rapidly expanding colonies that can reach sizes of up to 15,000–20,000 workers under optimal conditions. This species is known for its fast brood development and high activity levels within the nest and foraging areas.
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Crematogaster scutellaris
Price range: $26.34 through $65.90Crematogaster scutellaris is a fast-developing ant species with monogynous colonies of up to 20,000 workers. The queen measures 8-9mm while workers are 4-5mm in size. They have an orange or brown-orange head and a black body. These ants are nourished by insect food, syrup, fruit, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without bones.
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Messor aciculatus
Price range: $10.96 through $52.16Messor aciculatus is a polygynous ant species with a colony size of up to 5000 workers. They have a medium development rate and come in different sizes, with the queen measuring 8-10mm, workers measuring 3-5mm, and majors measuring 5-7mm. They are black in color and feed on food insects and plant seeds. They thrive in humid environments with an arena humidity of 30-50% and a port humidity of 50-70%. The recommended temperature for them is 25°C.
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Messor arenarius
Price range: $241.69 through $357.06Messor 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 barbarus
Price range: $9.86 through $65.90Messor barbarus is a monogynous ant species with a colony size of up to 10,000 workers. They have a medium development rate and come in various sizes, with queens measuring 11-14 mm and workers measuring 3-7 mm. They have a red head and dark body coloration. Their diet consists of food insects, fruits, vegetables, and seeds. The ideal humidity for these ants is not specified.
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Messor capitatus
Price range: $23.60 through $76.88The Messor capitatus ant colony consists of approximately 5,000 ants and has a monogynous colony type. The ants have a medium development rate and come in various sizes, with the queen measuring 13-16mm, workers measuring 5-10mm, and majors measuring 12-16mm. They are black in color and feed on food insects, fruits, vegetables, and seeds. The ants thrive in a humidity level of 30-50% in the arena and 40-60% in the nest.
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Messor muticus
Price range: $10.96 through $54.91Messor muticus is a polyogynous ant species with a colony size of 5,000 workers. They have a moderate development rate and the queen measures 11-13mm, while workers and majors range from 4-7mm and 7-10mm, respectively. They have a brown to brownish-red color and feed on food insects, fruits, vegetables, and seeds. The humidity of their arena should be maintained at 30-50% and their nest at 70-90%.
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Messor ponticus
Price range: $12.61 through $57.66Messor ponticus is a polygynous ant species with a colony size of 5,000 workers. They have a medium development rate and range in size from 11-13mm for queens, 4-7mm for workers, and 7-10mm for majors. Their color is brown to brownish red, and they feed on insects, fruits, vegetables, and seeds. The recommended humidity levels are 30-50% in the arena and 70-90% in the nest.
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Messor structor
Price range: $8.21 through $60.40Messor structor is a polygynous ant species with a medium development rate. The colony size can reach up to 5,000 workers. The ants are dark reddish brown in color and the queen measures 10-12mm, while workers range from 4-7mm and majors range from 7-10mm. Their diet consists of food insects and seeds. They require a humidity level of 30-50% in the arena and 70-90% in the nest. The temperature should be maintained at an appropriate level.
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