Formica (Serviformica) fusca

Name: Formica (Serviformica) fusca
Home: in Germany very often
Caste: workers are monomorph, bigger colonies are polygyn
Appearance of the Queen: color: black (glossy)
Appearance of the workers: Color: as Queen only smaller
Nest: Sand nest, including wood
Food: honey water, insects
Temperature: local temperatures are sufficient to keep Dormancy
Humidity: Normal climate, not too moist, rather dry
Number of basins: 1 basin is sufficient
Soil: sand, mud, stones
Plantation: not necessary
Accessories: lamp
level: 2
Risk category: 1
Grade: 1
Hazards: Not available
Shipping info: No delivery of over 35 ° C
Feature:Colonies are 500 - 2000 individuals strong.
Note: To fall out (before the winter rest), the breeding colonies no more.
Quantity: one fertilized queen with workers (see selection); brood (depending on the season and development)