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Do Ants Have Ears? The Hidden Truth About How These Tiny Creatures Hear
Do Ants Have Ears? Our studies of these creatures in gardens have shown that their hearing ability challenges everything we know about sound perception.


Monogyne vs Polygyne Ants: The Hidden Truth About Ant Colony Structure
The remarkable differences between monogyne and polygyne ant colonies teach us a lot about these amazing insects.


Camponotus auriventris: Hidden Secrets of the Monster Head Carpenter Ant
Did you know that Camponotus auriventris, aptly nicknamed the "Monster Head Carpenter Ant," possesses one of the most distinctive head structures in the ant world?


How to Keep Your Ants Safe During Hibernation: A Keeper's Essential Guide
Antkeeper's essential guide on how to keep your ants safe during hibernation. Did you know that roughly 90% of ant species enter hibernation during winter months?


15 Expert-Tested Ant Species Perfect for Advanced Beginners in 2025
The jaw-dropping abilities of certain ant species make antkeeping truly amazing. 15 Expert-Tested Ant Species Perfect for Advanced Beginners in 2025.


11 Costly Ant Keeping Mistakes That Are Killing Your Colony in 2025
Costly ant-keeping mistakes that are killing your ants. Are you watching your carefully cultivated ant colony struggle despite your best efforts?
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Messor barbarus vs Lasius niger: Which Makes the Best Ant Farm for Beginners? [2025]
Messor barbarus vs Lasius niger: Which Makes the Best Ant Farm for Beginners? We highly recommend the Black Ant Ant Farms for children aged 6 to 10 years old—it's an exciting choice for young explorers! For those aged 11 and up, the Harvester Ants Ant Farms are a fantastic option that will take your ant-keeping adventure to the next level!


22 Incredible Ant Species with Hidden Superpowers You Never Knew Existed
Picture a creature with jaws that snap shut at 143 miles per hour - the fastest movement any living ant species has ever recorded on Earth.


Welcome to Your Queen Ant Guide: Starting Your First Colony
A single queen can rule her colony for 30 years, producing millions of eggs throughout her lifetime. Ants are remarkable creatures!


Camponotus Fedtschenkoi Care Guide: Essential Tips from Expert Ant-Keepers
Camponotus fedtschenkoi are Asian carpenter ants that fascinate ant keepers with their stunning appearance and exceptional biology.


Can you start an ant farm kit without a queen ant? Queen-Free Methods That Work
Can you start an ant farm kit without a queen ant? Ants can survive without their queen for several weeks to months.


Queen Ant Types: The Essential Guide to Claustral vs Semi-Claustral Queens
Queen ants belong to two distinct categories: claustral and semi-claustral queens. Queen ant types play a significant role for ant keepers.


Queen Ant Guide: Hidden Secrets of Colony Rulers (2025 Update)
Many of you have seen swarming winged ants and wondered what are these. These are queen ants ready to mate and start a new ant kingdom.


Flying Ant Day 2025: Met Office Warns of Massive Swarms Across UK
We predict the 2025 flying ants will emerge between 19-27 July, with peak activity between the 22nd and 25th.


Top 5 Best Ant Farm Kits for Kids: Educational and Fun
Top 5 Best Ant Farm Kits for Kids: Educational and Fun. Learn how to invest in your child's science future wisely.


Ant Farms for Adults: The most important factors to consider when keeping ants
Ant Farms for Adults gives sophisticated environments to watch these remarkable insects up close. Factors to consider when keeping ants.


5 Reasons Lasius Niger Ants Are Perfect for Beginners
Why are Lasius niger ants recommended for beginners? Easy to care for, impressive growth rate and gentle temperament. Native to the UK.


Fire Ants: The Fascinating World of Myrmica Rubra - Red Ant
Fire ants-Myrmica rubra, are captivating creatures that offer a glimpse into the intricate world of ants. NOT suitable for kids under 10.


How to set up your live queen ant farm?
How to set up your new ant farm? Well, for most of us, that's not rocket science so we can handle it with ease but it's not for a newbie.


Benefits of Antkeeping: A Unique Pet Choice in the UK
Benefits of Antkeeping: A Unique Pet Choice in the UK. Why Keep Ants as Pets? Starting Your Ant Colony. Caring for Your Ants. Best Ants UK.
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