Guides

What is ant hibernation?
What is ant hibernation?
Learn why some ant colonies need winter rest, how to prepare for diapause, monitor temperature and hydration, and safely return your ants to activity. Read more...
Choosing your first tropical ant species
Choosing your first tropical ant species
Explore tropical ant keeping, Camponotus nicobarensis, safe heating, hydration and colony growth to find your next species and prepare its habitat. Read more...
Choosing your first ant colony
Choosing your first ant colony
Find the right first ant colony for you. Compare beginner species, queen-only colonies and colonies with workers, plus suitable starter kits. Read more...
Meet four beginner favourites
Meet four beginner favourites
Compare Lasius niger, Myrmica rubra, Messor barbarus and Camponotus ligniperda. Explore their behaviour, care requirements and beginner suitability. Read more...
Why get into ant keeping?
Why get into ant keeping?
Discover the world of ant keeping, from colony behaviour to everyday care. Learn what you need, how to get started and why ants make fascinating pets. Read more...