Information


 Lasius niger is the most common ant species
 in the Netherlands. You find them everywhere in gardens, forests and
 By the road. With a little patience, you can also raise and observe them in a Launcher Outworld. This strain is stress-resistant, making it the perfect starter to learn everything about. Give them an insect every few days; if it's well-received, you can give them more. If it's not well-received, try again a few days later.


 Specifications


 Scientific name Lasius niger
 Dutch name Black (or brown) garden ant
 Difficulty class 1. Beginner
 Queen | Gyne: 8-9 mm
 Workers: 3-6 mm
 Type of colony: Monogyn, 1 queen per nest
 Nest Type: Launcher Outworld
 Temperature: Room temperature, 15-30 degrees
 Hibernation: No, but hibernation is. Our advice: keep it a little cooler.
 keep around 10-15 degrees. For example in a basement,
 cooler attic or shed. November-February
 Our experience: even in winter at room temperature
 these ant colonies continue to develop well.
 Diet: Sugar or honey water and small insects:
 Our advice for smaller colonies: fruit flies.
 Nest humidity: 50-70%
 foundation: Claustraal
 Distribution area: (Western) Europe Advice