Information type
Camponotus mutilarius is a very well known species because of its beautiful colors and size.
Scientific name : Camponotus mutilarius
Dutch name :/ Camponotus xiangban
Distribution area : Southeast Asia
Color of the ant : dark red orange brownish
Difficulty level: 4/5
Queen size : 13-15 mm
Worker size : 6-12 mm
Size of soldier:/
Temperature : 25 to 28 degrees
Optimal temperature : 26-27 degrees
nest humidity : 50 to 60%
outside humidity : 30 to 50%
Winter rest : none
Growth rate: 2/5
Grow to number of workers : +- 1000 workers
Subfamily : Formicinae
Foundation : claustral
Colony formation : monogyne (can have 1 queen per nest)
Care:
Food : Insects such as fruit flies, redrunners, crickets, mealworms, buffalo worms, and dubias. Sugars such as beetle jelly, Formica sunburst ant nectar, and honeydew.
Food requirement : normal
From how many workers to a nest : from +- 20 workers to a small nest
Recommended nest type : AntLab ytong Nest, plaster, natural sand/coconut humus setup.
Care :
Camponotus mutilarius is a bit difficult to keep at first, so this species is not suitable for beginners. They are very fond of sugars and readily consume them. Provide the colony with the right conditions, and they will grow into a beautiful colony.
Difficulty level
4 / 5
Growth rate
2 / 5
