Expeditions – Learning from Nature

Successful ant keeping does not begin in a laboratory or behind a desk – it begins in nature.

For many years, the ANTSTORE team has traveled to the natural habitats of numerous ant species across every continent on Earth. Our expeditions have taken us to Africa, South America, Southeast Asia, and Australia. There, we observe ant colonies directly in their natural habitats and document every aspect of their behavior and lifestyle in great detail.
Only by understanding how ants live in nature can we develop a formicarium that truly meets their natural needs.

Our expeditions provide answers to important questions

• What temperatures and humidity levels occur in the natural habitat?
• Which soil types and nesting materials are preferred?
• How deep and how large are ant nests?
• How are brood chambers, food storage chambers, and ventilation systems structured?
• Which plants, rocks, and microhabitats are used?
• What food sources are naturally available to ants?
• How do habitat conditions and ant activity change throughout the seasons?

The knowledge gained from these expeditions flows directly into the development of our ANTCUBE formicariums, nest modules, and husbandry concepts. This allows us to create products that closely replicate the natural living conditions of each ant species and support species-appropriate ant keeping.

Experience from Nature, Research, and Practical Husbandry

As the world's first specialized ant store, we are among the very few ant specialists worldwide who have not only been keeping and breeding ants for decades but also regularly conduct expeditions to their natural habitats.
In addition, we work closely with experienced ant keepers, scientists, breeders, and international partners. This continuous exchange of knowledge allows us to constantly expand our expertise and provide professional advice when choosing the right ant species, the ideal formicarium, and the best husbandry methods – a level of expertise that is difficult to find anywhere else.

Healthy Ants from Responsible Sources

The health of an ant colony begins with its origin.
For this reason, our ants are collected exclusively in a sustainable and responsible manner from their natural distribution areas.

Our Mission

Our goal is to enable you to keep ants as naturally, responsibly, and successfully as possible over the long term. That is why we combine decades of experience with worldwide expeditions, in-house product development, and personal expert advice. Because only those who truly understand nature can create habitats in which ants genuinely thrive.