Name: Formica (Serviformica) fusca Home: in Germany very often Caste: workers are monomorph, Queen 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 Consumer class: 1 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)