Crematogaster scutellaris

name: Crematogaster scutellaris
homeland: south Europe
caste: Monomorph
appearence of the queen: Colour: red-black
appearence of the workers: Colour: black
nest building: Build their nest in trees and wood
nutrition: Honeywater or insects
temperature: Kind of tough (room temperature). In the nature they keep hybernation (Should be seasoned during the winter at cool places)
air humidity: Moderate climate
number of basins: 1 basin is adequate
dimension of the basin: At least 30x20x20 cm (adjust to the colony size)
soil conditions: sand / loam with branches, wood, roots,
planting: moos
accessories: Lamp, radiant heater
level: 2
risk class: 3
shipping info: No shipping by temperatures over 35°C
specifics: ---
quantity: one fertilized queen with workers (see selection); brood (depending on the season and development)