name: Myrmica ruginodishomeland: 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 EUspecifics: The colony is tough, well-fortified that, active and a bit aggressive, low maintanance ants.quantity: one fertilized queen with workers (see selection); brood (depending on the season and development)
