Discover the majestic and fascinating Diacamma rugosum, which is more commonly known as the Asian Bullet Ant, now available exclusively at Best Ants UK for all ant enthusiasts and hobbyists. This captivating ant species is renowned for its complex and intriguing social behaviour, as well as its remarkable and impressive resilience, making it a perfect and ideal addition to our carefully curated selection of unique ant farms, intricately designed nests, and innovative formicariums. As a leading and reputable pet insect e-commerce, we are committed to offering you everything necessary for the development and maintenance of a thriving ant colony. This includes an extensive range of live ants, specially formulated nesting materials, and essential high-quality equipment. Our dedication to providing premium quality Ant food and a wide array of thoughtfully selected accessories ensures and supports the optimal flourishing of your ant farms. By investing in a Diacamma rugosum colony today, you not only bring these unparalleled and endlessly fascinating creatures into your home or educational setting but also immerse yourself in the rich and astonishing complexities of ant life. Experience firsthand the unique characteristics and behaviours that make the Diacamma rugosum a truly exceptional and captivating species.
These ants are queenless. The size of an ant is 10–12 mm and the workers are known as gamergates and lay the eggs; they are distinguished from workers by their so-called gemmae.
50–80% humidity is required.
Requirements for temperature: 24-28°C
No hibernation
Nutrition: Ant honey and lots of proteins like fruit flies, crickets etc. The best possible substitution of the live food is our Cricket mash which must be in combination with our Protein Jelly. Save money and skip the messy live food now.
The colony usually has approximately 300 in total.
Diacamma rugosum is an Asian ant species that exhibits high activity outside the nest.
Their powerful stinger paralyzes and kills insects. After being stung by these ants, humans frequently exhibit localized pain reactions.
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