Ant Starter Kits for Keeping Ants
Our ant starter sets include what you need for the start of your own ant colony. Depending on the set, they contain an arena, a farm, matching connectors, and essential accessories for ant keeping.
The ant colony is available separately. Depending on the selected species and starter set, additional equipment may also be required.
The sizes of our starter sets (S, M, L, XL) differ mainly in the plate spacing of the farm and the diameter of the connection holes for linking arenas and additional farms. This ensures that each set is perfectly matched to the size requirements of different ant species.
This way, you can find the right starter set for almost any ant species.
Size Guide
The measurements in the size guide indicate the internal nest width of the farm and should not be confused with the size of the ants or the diameter of the connection holes.
S = 6 mm
For small ant species, e.g. Myrmica sp.
M = 10 mm
For medium-sized species, e.g. Lasius sp. and Formica sp.
L = 20 mm
For large ant species, e.g. Camponotus sp.
With nest insert also suitable for smaller species.
XL
For very large species such as leafcutter ants or weaver ants.
With nest insert also suitable for smaller ant species.
Discover the right starter set for your ant colony and begin your journey into the fascinating world of ant keeping.
Need help choosing the right colony? Browse our ants for sale, compare our popular ant species or read our ant-keeping guide.
Choose an ant starter kit for your species
Use the species profile to choose an ant starter kit that suits the selected species and the current colony size. Consider the expected colony growth, ambient humidity requirements and whether the setup can be expanded with an additional nest or arena later.
What is included in an ant starter kit?
The contents of our ant starter kits vary depending on the product and the species for which the setup is intended. Please check the product description to see which components are included and whether the kit meets your needs, such as substrate, escape protection, feeding accessories, climate-control equipment or an ant colony.
Plan for future colony growth
Choose a starter kit that provides sufficient space for the current colony without being unnecessarily large. An expandable ant-keeping system makes it easier to add another nest or arena as the colony grows. Prefer a system that can later connect to an additional ant nest or formicarium or a larger arena.
Ant Starter Kits for Keeping Ants
Our ant starter sets include what you need for the start of your own ant colony. Depending on the set, they contain an arena, a farm, matching connectors, and essential accessories for ant keeping.
The ant colony is available separately. Depending on the selected species and starter set, additional equipment may also be required.
The sizes of our starter sets (S, M, L, XL) differ mainly in the plate spacing of the farm and the diameter of the connection holes for linking arenas and additional farms. This ensures that each set is perfectly matched to the size requirements of different ant species.
This way, you can find the right starter set for almost any ant species.
Size Guide
The measurements in the size guide indicate the internal nest width of the farm and should not be confused with the size of the ants or the diameter of the connection holes.
S = 6 mm
For small ant species, e.g. Myrmica sp.
M = 10 mm
For medium-sized species, e.g. Lasius sp. and Formica sp.
L = 20 mm
For large ant species, e.g. Camponotus sp.
With nest insert also suitable for smaller species.
XL
For very large species such as leafcutter ants or weaver ants.
With nest insert also suitable for smaller ant species.
Discover the right starter set for your ant colony and begin your journey into the fascinating world of ant keeping.
Need help choosing the right colony? Browse our ants for sale, compare our popular ant species or read our ant-keeping guide.
