Encyclopedia Formicaria (Ant Care Sheets)

Introduction Camponotus noveboracensis, frequently referred to as the New York Carpenter Ant or the Northern Bicolored Carpenter Ant, is a stunning...

Introduction Camponotus discolor, commonly known as the Bicolored Carpenter Ant, is a striking and visually distinctive species native to the Cen...

Introduction Camponotus castaneus, the Chestnut Carpenter Ant, is one of the most aesthetically pleasing and sought-after ant species in North Amer...

Introduction Polyrhachis illaudata is a striking and architecturally gifted species of ant from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Known as th...

Introduction Polyrhachis armata is a magnificent and architecturally gifted species of ant from the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. Known a...

Introduction Pogonomyrmex rugosus, commonly known as the Rough Harvester Ant, is a rugged and iconic inhabitant of the American Southwest. These an...

Introduction In the world of ants, few genera are as famous as Pheidole, the "Big-Headed Ants." Among the hundreds of species in this genus, Pheido...

Introduction Pheidole sinica, often referred to as the Imperial Chinese Big-Headed Ant, is one of the most prestigious and impressive members of th...

Introduction Myrmecocystus mimicus, commonly known as the False Honeypot Ant, is a legendary inhabitant of the American Southwest. Despite its comm...

Introduction Myrmecocystus mexicanus is one of the most iconic and biologically fascinating ants in the world. Known as the "Giant Honeypot Ant," i...

Introduction Messor structor is a fascinating and unique species of harvester ant that stands apart from many of its cousins. While most Messor spe...

Introduction In the genus Messor, one species reigns supreme in terms of sheer size and raw power: Messor cephalotes. Known as the Giant African Ha...