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Polyrhachis dives

A spiny ant from Asia that builds nests from larval silk. Colonies with several queens grow quickly.

Species at a glance

  • Origin: from India and southern China across Southeast Asia to Japan and Indonesia
  • Size: queen 9–11 mm; workers 6–8 mm
  • Colony: several queens; large colonies
  • Difficulty: intermediate, for keepers with some experience

Care conditions

  • Temperature: 22–28 °C
  • Humidity: 60–80%
  • Food: insects 2–3 times a week, liquid sugars daily, occasionally ripe fruit

Hibernation

Not needed: the colony stays active all year.

Farm and colony growth

The colony grows fast and needs space, so a modular farm is handy. The ants climb even glass, so escape prevention is a must.

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