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First hand made Formicarium, thoughts guys?


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#21 Offline TheMicroPlanet - Posted May 23 2020 - 11:58 AM

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I think sand would be good for species who's larvae need minute particles to spin cocoons to pupate, but like ANTdrew said, it might make the place a little more homey for the ants.



#22 Offline Ants_Dakota - Posted May 23 2020 - 3:10 PM

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Yeah I thought that about cleaning ANTdrew. I’m planning to make another one to be honest for when the colony grows.
Still confused about what to do with the lid though? If silicone is the same as sealant I’d rather not seal it permanently down? Unless silicone can be removed? Sorry!!

Silicone is really easy to break, but it is strong and waterproof.


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#23 Offline Ants_Dakota - Posted May 23 2020 - 3:13 PM

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Also, cool looking formicarium. I am experimenting around with formicariums too.


Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest. -Proverbs 6: 6-8

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#24 Offline AntsDakota - Posted May 23 2020 - 5:38 PM

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This forum is far, far more active than AC. A majority of folks on there are very inexperienced, too.

I was on there as long as I’ve been here, and I concur.

"God made..... all the creatures that move along the ground according to their kinds. (including ants) And God saw that it was good. Genesis 1:25 NIV version


#25 Offline Jimmydave937911 - Posted May 26 2020 - 11:57 PM

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Thanks all. As I’m pretty sure I now have 2 different species (Lasius Flavus and Niger) I’ll be making another similar formicarium, will keep you guys updated!
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#26 Offline Kaelwizard - Posted June 3 2020 - 9:59 AM

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Flavus and niger will have different colored workers so it will be easier to ID them then. Sand would help them make cocoons, but they could drag sediment in from an outworld depending on if said outworld has sand or dirt in it.






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