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Best formicarium's for pheidole?

Started By gs5248 , Jun 26 2023 1:18 PM
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#1 Offline gs5248 - Posted June 26 2023 - 1:18 PM

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I have my Pheidole Californica colony in a Mini Labyrinth at the moment. While they haven't grown out of it (I am maintaining them currently, not giving them as much food), things have gotten pretty soiled in there, so I want to get a new nest to cycle them into. What do you guys think would be my best bet? I am mainly looking at another Tarheel ants formicarium, but any other suggestions would be appreciated!


#2 Offline antsriondel - Posted June 26 2023 - 1:41 PM

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I would get a Tarheel ants mini labyrinth.


#3 Offline AntsCali098 - Posted June 26 2023 - 1:55 PM

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Maybe a mini hearth xl or xxl

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Atta sp (wish they were in CA), Crematogaster cerasi, Most Pheidole species

 

 

#4 Offline gs5248 - Posted June 27 2023 - 6:09 AM

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I would get a Tarheel ants mini labyrinth.

I already have one, so I was looking to get something different.


#5 Offline Manitobant - Posted June 27 2023 - 6:54 AM

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The labyrinth line of nests is one of the best for pheidole in my experience. If the colony still hasnt outgrown it, I’d recommend a fallen fortress.
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Polyergus Mexicanus: https://www.formicul...gs/#entry175528
Lasius minutus: https://www.formicul...cs/#entry174811
Lasius latipes: https://www.formicul...gs/#entry206449
General acanthomyops journal: https://www.formicul...yops-with-eggs/
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