Anochetus risii is a species of ant that has a monogynous colony type and a medium development rate. The colony size can reach up to 600 workers. The queen is 6-7 mm in size and workers are 5-6 mm. The ants are orange-brown in color and feed on live food insects and sweet fruit. They require a humidity level of 50-70% in the arena and 70-90% in the nests. The recommended temperature for the arena is 24-30 °C.