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Queen Ants and Colonies, Ant Farms, Nests and Formicariums, Ant-Keeping Equipment and Essentials, Nutrition and Care

Queen Ants and Ant Colonies

Lasius Niger
Black Garden Ant

Lasius Flavus
Yellow Meadow Ant

Messor Barbarus
Harvester Ant

Myrmica Rubra
Red Fire Ant

Camponotus Nicobarensis
Caprenter Ant

Camponotus Parius Carpenter Ant

Temnothorax nylanderi (Acorn Ants)

Ant Farm Starter Kits and Nests

Black Ants Farm

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Claire Ants Farm

Lasius Medium Ant Farm

Harvester Ants Farm

Angie Ant Farm

Antie Plus MB Ant Farm

“If a thing’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.”

Welcome to Best Ants UK, your one-stop shop for all your antkeeping needs. With over 20 years of experience, we offer a wide range of queen ants and ant colonies, starter sets, ant farms, nesting materials, Ant food and equipment. Our products are hand-made and carefully made to ensure the highest quality and durability, making them perfect for both beginners and experienced ant-keepers. Browse our selection today and start your ant-keeping journey with Best Ants UK. Trust the professionals.

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Antkeeping with Best Ants UK

We guarantee live queen arrival on all ant orders.
Live goods are packaged securely to minimise transit risks
We have been making Ant Farms for more than 20 years
Winner of the 2024 eco-friendly Pet and Animal Products Award
We provide healthy and fertile queen ants for any live ant order
All ant farm kits are handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail
Dedicated team ready to assist you in choosing the right ant nest for your needs
Environmental consciousness with CO2-neutral shipping and recyclable products
Complete starter kits contain everything necessary to begin your antkeeping journey

Why choose us?

Are you an ant-keeping enthusiast looking for the best ant species and professional, handmade ant farms in the UK? Look no further! We are the ultimate destination for all your antkeeping needs. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing you with the best knowledge and the highest quality ants, ensuring a thriving antkeeping experience.

Join our community of passionate antkeepers and discover the joy of antkeeping with us. If you're interested in joining our team of antkeeping experts, we offer opportunities for you to educate yourself or share your knowledge and passion with others. Whether it's through writing articles, hosting workshops, or participating in our online forums, we encourage you to join us in spreading the joy of antkeeping. Together, we can create a thriving community of ant enthusiasts and continue to educate and inspire others in the world of antkeeping. At our company, we are proud to offer a CO2-neutral shipping service. This initiative aligns with our commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. Last but not least, all of our products are fully recyclable and environmentally friendly.

Interesting Facts About Ants

Did you know that Black ants are considered quite auspicious? So if you see black ants roaming around your house, it means that soon, your wealth will rise sharply.

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Every ant has a specific job.
Ants can become zombies.
Ants can lift to 50 times their body weight.
Ants don't have ears or lungs so they use chemicals to communicate and they breathe in oxygen through spiracles. All the ants in the colony are female.
Some ants are homeless, Army Ants for instance. The worker ants make a nest out of their bodies to protect the queen, the food, and the eggs.