Lasius Neglectus

Lasius Neglectus (The Super Ant)

Very hardy beginner species. Perfect for beginners new to the hobby.

• Humidity requirements: 30–50%

• Temperature requirements: 15–30 °C

• Hibernation: October-March at 10°C

• Suggested housing: Acrylic, Ytong, 3D printed, soil, Lasius niger are very adaptable

• Nutrition: Sugars from honey or sugar water. Protein from insect sources such as fruit flies

• Colony size: 1-6,000 (colonies can grow rapidly)

• Queen size: 6–7 mm

• Worker size: 2–3 mm

• Monogyne/polygyne: Polygyne (Can be multiple queens per colony)

Lasius neglectus occupies 'super colonies', systems of interconnected nests with many queens