ANTMART Pixel Yellow Variant B is a vivid formicarium with a fully gypsum-lined nest for moisture-loving tropical ants. The 200 × 200 mm residential module is divided into five sections, while a continuous 6 mm layer of G23 gypsum covers the floor of every chamber. Vertical clearance above the gypsum is 15 mm. A yellow upper accent, white PETG base and white nylon bolts give the enclosure its distinctive two-color construction.

A clean monolithic base

PETG replaces conventional colored acrylic in the main colored components. The upper decorative section is yellow and the base is white. Its monolithic plastic floor conceals nuts and other fastening elements within the assembly, leaving a smooth lower surface without exposed hardware that could interfere with placement on furniture.

White nylon bolts match the base and do not rust in the humid setting for which Variant B is designed. Transparent portions retain visibility into the system, enabling the keeper to observe colony activity and inspect accessible areas during routine maintenance.

Continuous G23 gypsum

The defining feature of Variant B is a 6 mm layer of high-strength G23 gypsum extending beneath the entire living zone. Unlike a partially lined nest, this configuration distributes moisture through the floors of all residential sections. It is intended for species that require humid conditions across most of their available nesting space rather than within one isolated chamber.

The enclosure is presented for suitable Pheidole, Pachycondyla, Odontoponera, Carebara and moisture-loving tropical Camponotus species. Humidity can be particularly relevant to the brood of compatible colonies, but the source provides no specific watering volume or schedule. Hydration must therefore be adjusted to the needs of the exact species and the observed condition of the gypsum.

Five controlled sections

The 200 × 200 mm nest is separated by barriers into five individual sections and includes four independent hydration zones. This layout allows the usable volume to follow the colony’s development. A young family can initially occupy a restricted area, with further compartments made available as the number of ants increases.

Gradual expansion also reduces the amount of unused chamber space where a small colony might leave food remnants or waste. The keeper can decide when to open another section by observing population growth and how fully the ants have occupied their current area.

Room for compatible larger ants

The vertical distance from the continuous gypsum floor to the chamber ceiling is 15 mm. This clearance is designed for queens, soldiers and larger workers of suitable species. Actual body size should still be considered before relocation, since ants within the same genus can differ considerably in their dimensions.

An 83 mm arena

The arena has an overall height of 83 mm and is fitted with a sliding access door. It provides a focused opening for feeding, waste removal and other routine tasks without requiring the whole upper structure to be dismantled. Controlled access can limit unnecessary disturbance, although the door should remain open only as long as needed when working with fast or active ants.

Double acrylic cover and gates

Two transparent sheets of 3 mm acrylic form the arena cover. The double-layer arrangement improves resistance to the warping that may occur in a humid environment. Mechanical gates close the designated exits and connecting passages. Their placement and the condition of every joint should be checked before introducing ants, after maintenance and before moving the enclosure. Escape prevention still depends on correct setup and operation.

Species references

According to the supplied information, the farm has been tested with Camponotus nicobarensis and Camponotus pseudoirritans. It is also positioned for moisture-loving representatives of Pheidole, Pachycondyla, Odontoponera and Carebara. A genus-level reference does not establish compatibility with every member of that genus. Requirements for humidity, chamber dimensions and food storage must be checked for the exact species.

A firm restriction for seed storage

Pixel Yellow Variant B is not suitable for Messor, Pogonomyrmex or other ants that maintain seed stores. It is likewise not recommended in the source for strictly steppe-dwelling Camponotus. Grain kept against a continuously moist floor may germinate and deteriorate. Those colonies require Variant A, whose partial gypsum coverage makes it possible to retain a less humid area for stored seeds.

Construction summary

• Pixel Yellow Variant B configuration;
• 200 × 200 mm residential nest;
• five separated nesting sections;
• four independent hydration zones;
• continuous 6 mm layer of G23 gypsum;
• 15 mm chamber height above the gypsum;
• arena with an overall height of 83 mm;
• sliding door for routine access;
• yellow upper component and white monolithic PETG base;
• white nylon bolts;
• double transparent cover made from 3 mm acrylic;
• mechanical passage gates.

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of Variant B?

Its 6 mm G23 gypsum layer covers the complete residential zone, distributing moisture through every section. Variant A differs by using only partial gypsum coverage.

Can Messor or Pogonomyrmex be housed here?

No. These ants store seeds, and grain can germinate or spoil in the damp chambers. Variant A with partial gypsum coverage is the appropriate configuration to consider for seed-storing colonies.

How does the nest expand with the colony?

Barriers divide the nest into five sections, allowing additional compartments to be opened one at a time as the colony grows. Four separate hydration zones are also incorporated into the layout.

Which feature supports daily maintenance?

The sliding arena door provides direct access for feeding and cleaning without removing the entire double cover when the task does not require it.

What warranty is stated in the source?

The supplied description advertises an official six-year warranty, but it does not define the coverage, exclusions or other applicable terms.