Messor 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.