Camponotus texanus
You are purchasing a queen, Camponotus texanus These ants come in test tube setups and do not need a nest until workers arrive. Permitted States: Texas About Camponotus texanus American Species- Carpenter Ant Temperature: Nest 75-83°f Outworld 75- 85°f Humidity: Nest 65- 85% Outworld 50- 75% Hibernation: Yes November-End of February Diet: Water (at all times). Carbohydrates -byFormica ant nectar. Protein- like fresh-killed insects or other. Colony form: Monogyne (one queen per colony) Average 2,000 workers per colony. Founding Queen: Claustral (without feeding) Sizes: Approx: Queen- 17mmmm/ Worker/Major- 6- 13mm Bite/ Sting/ Formic acid: Spray Formic Acid Description: Camponotus texanus is a widely distributed species from all across America. They can be slow-growing in the founding stages but soon pick up the pace as they mature. Excellent beginner species and known for their vibrant colors!