The Camponotus auriventris is a unique and popular ant species that can be found in Asia and parts of Australia, specifically Yunnan, tropical areas of China.
 
It's a medium-sized species of ant, with queens measuring up to 14mm! Its striking silver hairs give a metallic sheen-like appearance to its gaster. Like the queens, workers are typically black/grey. Additionally, the Camponotus auriventris thrives in tropical environments, making them a distinctive and fascinating addition to your ant farm from Best Ants UK, the ideal source for unique ant habitats, live ant colonies, and essential equipment.
 
Find everything you must know about these little beasts here: Camponotus auriventris: Hidden Secrets of the Monster Head Carpenter Ant
 
An article you must read before you step into keeping Camponotus ants: The Secrets for Carpenter Ants: Understanding Camponotus Ant Colonies Behaviour and Habitat