Lasius flavus (Yellow Meadow Ants)

name: Lasius flavus
homeland: Middle europe
caste: Monomorph, monogyn
appearence of the queen: 8mm, Colour: yellow
appearence of the workers: 2-4mm, yellow
appearence of the soldiers: ---
nest building: ground
nutrition: nectar (honeywater), small insects
temperature: romm temperature, keeps hibernation
air humidity: moderate climate
number of basins: 1 basin is adequate
dimension of the basin: at least 30x20x20 (depending of colony-size)
soil condition: loamy-damp (not wet)
planting: ---
accessories: a lamp is useful
level: for beginners
risks: unknown
hazard class: 1
shipping information: no shipping at temperatures over 35°C / No shipping outside of the EU
specifics: populous.
quantity: one fertilized queen with workers (see selection); brood (depending on the season and development)