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Messor angularis

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Scientific name : Messor angularis
Distribution : Africa, Kenya and Tanzania
Difficulty level : 1.5/5
Queen size : 11-12mm
Worker size : 5-10mm
Soldier size : –
Hibernation : –
Growth rate : 2/5
Temperature : 24-28 degrees
Optimal temperature : 25-27 degrees
Recommended nest type : ytong/acrylic/3d
Diet : mainly seeds, insects, sugar liquids

Messor angularis is a species in the Myrmicinae subfamily. They are also called the harvester ant because they are known to accept various types of seeds and grind them into a paste, which they then feed to the larvae and the queen. They are relatively easygoing and undemanding, making them an ideal species for patient beginners. However, it is important that this species is placed in a location with little to no vibration, as it is very sensitive to vibrations and becomes stressed.

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Planning to buy a Messor angularis? A good idea, especially if you're new to the ant world. Buying a Messor angularis means you'll have access to a unique Messor species from Africa. All in all, buying a Messor angularis is a good idea if you're just starting to keep ants.

What is striking about buying a Messor angularis is the color of the head.

This ant species is found in Africa, primarily in the area around Kenya and Tanzania. The queen reaches a length of between 11 and 12 millimeters, while the workers are much smaller, measuring between 5 and 10 millimeters.

There are different nest types possible for this ant species

When it comes to food, you'll be pleased to find seeds, insects, sugar, and various liquids for this ant species. The ant belongs to the Myrmicinae subfamily, and just like the Messor structor, you're buying an ant that's also known as a harvester ant. The ants also consume various seeds and make a paste out of them. They then feed this paste to the larvae and also to the queen.

A relatively easy ant species

Buying a Messor angularis means you're acquiring a relatively easy ant species. The ant has few demands regarding the conditions and environment in which it lives. It is, however, very wise to keep the ants away from vibrations, as these ants are very sensitive to them. It causes them stress, and you should, of course, try to avoid that. It also takes some getting used to these large soldiers. Otherwise, as a beginner, it's an excellent idea to buy a Messor angularis. You could hardly wish for an easier ant species.