So I'm looking to keep another colony, but I'm having a problem with keeping species that hibernate, especially below 10°. Also, price and looks are a big factor, but what would be your suggestion for what to keep where the ant has at least ONE of these traits: massive strength, incredible armor, or super stunning/unique? Also, please don't suggest supercolonies.
No, I do not plan on buying this nest, but the concept of it is interesting: outworld, nest, nest hydration, and water tower. China nests have stepped up their game.
1,5h into 3min.... Queen mvp
This is a 2-minute timelapse from 1 hour of filming.
Three of my ants on the right side of the tube are just standing and eating because there's no way antbread takes more than 1 hour to make, unless they are making the entire seed into it.
I'm keeping M. Barbarus, and at first glance, my queen appears to have the classic black color. However, under good lighting and at a good angle, you can see a red/brown head and part of the abdomen. The colors are in their usual pattern, and I'm wondering if there's any way to make the red more vibrant.
Mby she needs some vitamin :D....
Disclaimer: I know it's most likely not possible, but what if... And no, if it involves chemicals, I won't even consider it.
I took all the pictures from a camera I borrowed, and they look pretty good. I didn't get the close-up shots, but I think it's good enough for the first time. The last picture was taken by phone.
P.S. I have had this colony for a while, and they're living their best life. Although they get scared from a fart and sleep near the eggs most of the time, it proves their life quality is amazing as they have the heat, humidity, and food to thrive.