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How to Care for Pet Ants: A Guide to European Camponotus (Carpenter) Ants
How to Care for Pet Ants: A Guide to European Camponotus (Carpenter) Ants. Yet pet ants have emerged as a hobby over the last 10 years.


Queen Ants: Why All Ants in the Colony Are Female
In an ant colony, the queen's primary responsibility is to lay eggs. The worker ants, who are also female, are doing everything else.


Bullet Ants: Understanding Their Habitat and Behaviour
Just to clarify, this article is for Paraponera clavata, the real, giant, fearless ant species but not Diacamma rugosum, Asian Bullet ants.


Camponotus Nicobarensis Care Guide: A Captivating Exotic Carpenter Ant Species for Beginners
Camponotus nicobarensis is a captivating species that offers a unique window into the fascinating world of carpenter ants.


Isopods or Springtails? The Right Clean-Up Crew for Ants Vivariums.
We're thrilled to dive into the fascinating world of ant vivariums and their essential clean-up crews! Isopods or Springtails?


How to Find and Catch a Queen Ant in the UK
Finding and catching a queen ant in the UK is the first step to bringing your dream of having your ant colony to life.


Ants are as Old as Dinosaurs. Ants' Evolution.
Ants are as old as dinosaurs. Ants' evolution and their fascinating world are explained in detail. Learn with Best Ants UK.


Matabele Ants: Warriors and Healers in the Insect Kingdom
In the vast and vibrant tapestry of the insect kingdom, Matabele ants stand out as the embodiment of both ferocity and compassion.


Discover Harpegnathos Venator: The Primitive Jumping Ant
Harpegnathos Venator - challenges and tips for ant keepers. Creating an environment that closely mimics their natural habitat is crucial.


Bull Ants: Nature's Fierce Predators Explained
Bull ants are native to Australia and are renowned for their size, aggression, and powerful venomous sting. Fearless solo fighters indeed.


Evolution of Trap-Jaw Ants: A Closer Look
The mandibles of trap-jaw ants are not only formidable weapons but also essential tools for routine tasks such as nest building and caring.


From Ant to Zombie: The Astonishing Lifecycle of Ophiocordyceps-Unilateralis Infected Ants
There are thousands of harmful fungi that attack ants. Even here in the UK, we had the same issue multiple times. Zombie ants explained.


The Secret World of Thief Ants: Insights and Intrigues
Thief ants display exceptional conduct such as kleptoparasitism, where they covertly invade adjacent ant colonies to filch food and larvae.


Discover the Fascinating World of Honeypot Ants: A Comprehensive Guide
Honeypot ants have fascinated the world of science and nature lovers equally. The life cycle of a honeypot ant queen is revealed.


Yellow Crazy Ants Anoplolepis Gracilipes: A How-to Care Guide
The yellow crazy ants, Anoplolepis gracilipes are super aggressive and interesting species among antkeepers. Not suitable for beginners.


The Ultimate Guide to Raising Carebara Diversa Asian Marauder Ants
Carebara diversa, also known as East Indian Harvesting Ant or Asian Marauder Ant, is a dream species for all antkeepers. Best Ants UK.


The Ant Morphology: Understanding Ant Body Parts and Anatomy
Ants are the cornerstone of ecosystems. Ants’ bodies are articulated into three main parts: the head, the mesosoma and the gaster. Best Ants


Army Ants Unleashed: Understanding Their Role in the Ecosystem
Army ants and their assertive hunting practices aid in pest regulation, contributing to ecological stability. Do you want to know more?


Understanding Ant Colonies and Why Do Ants Carry Their Dead
Why do ants carry their dead to their colony? Each ant plays a role within the colony. Dead ants play a vital role in ant colonies. Why?


Top 10 Types of Ants for Ant Keepers Ever - Best Ants UK
Top 10 Types of Ants. Antkeeping, also known as myrmecology, is a fascinating hobby that involves observing and caring for ant colonies.
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