name: Myrmica ruginodis
homeland: Europe
caste: polygyn
appearence of the queen: 8-9 mm, crimson (dark red)
appearence of the workers: 6-7 mm, crimson (dark red) till brown
appearence of the soldiers: ---
nest building: Often under stones (soil nest)
nutrition: Honeywater, small insects
temperature: Room temperature, keeps hibernation
air humidity: Modarate climate
number of basins: 1 basin is adequate
dimension of basin: At least 30x20x20 cm
soil conditions: Sand, loam, mould, wood
planting: Grass (moncotyle)
accessories: Not necessary
level: 1
hazard class: 1
risks: They can prick you, when they felt under pressure (similary like stinging-nettle)
shipping info: No shipping at temperatures over 35°C / No shipping outside of the EU
specifics: The colony is tough, well-fortified that, active and a bit aggressive, low maintanance ants.
quantity: 1 queen and workers.
Info about the keeping level and hazard class, please klick here: Information More informations you will find here: ant database
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