Colony of the Red Ant (Myrmica rubra) with 50+ workers

This is an ideal species for beginners and is very easy to keep in any sand or soil based habitats.

Myrmica rubra Species Details:

Queen: 8-9 mm dark red
Workers: 6-7 mm dark red / brown
Nests: Nests often in the ground, commom under stones
Nutrition: Honeywater, small insects
Temperature: Room temperature

Workers can sting

A Care sheet will be included with the starter colony which can also be downloaded from here.