Polyrhachis hauxwelli

339,90 zł

Number of workers

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Description

Polyrhachis hauxwelli is a polygynous ant species with a colony size of up to 10,000 workers. They have a fast development speed and the queen measures 9-11mm while workers measure 6-9mm. They have a matte black color with a dark red belly and their diet consists of food insects, syrup, fruit, vegetables, jelly, and cooked chicken without salt.

Additional information

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

Description

Polyrhachis hauxwelli

Colony Type and Size

Colony Type: Monogyny

Colony Size: Up to 10 000 workers

Development Speed: fast

Size and Color:

Queen: 9-11 mm
Workers: 6-9mm

Color: Matte black with a dark red belly

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

Don’t forget to check out our food products to ensure a well-balanced diet for your colony!

Humidity and Temperature

Humidity: Arena: 50-70%, Nest: 70-90%
Temperature: Arena: 24-30 °C, Nest: 22-28 °C

Species Features

Polyrhachis hauxwelli ants are known for their cautious and secretive nature. In the face of danger, they withdraw and remain calm without panicking. They also possess beautiful needles which add to their unique characteristics.

Recommended Nests for Breeding

For breeding these ants, it is recommended to provide them with nests made of materials such as acrylic, cork, plaster, or aerated concrete. Large and high arenas are also suitable for their needs.

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