Encyclopedia Formicaria (Ant Care Sheets)

Introduction Camponotus sericeus, commonly known as the Golden Spiny Ant or the Silk Ant, is one of the most visually striking species within the g...

Introduction Messor bouvieri is a fascinating member of the "harvester ant" group, primarily found across the Mediterranean basin, particularly in ...

Introduction Cataglyphis velox is the "Formula 1" of the ant world. Native to the arid and semi-arid regions of Southern Spain and North Africa, th...

Introduction Camponotus barbaricus is a true titan among European ants. Found throughout Southern Europe (particularly Spain, Portugal, and Italy) ...

Introduction Messor ebeninus is the quintessential harvester ant of the Middle East and Levant. Often found in Israel, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, ...

Introduction Lasius fuliginosus, also known as the "Jet Black Ant," is one of the most biologically complex and fascinating species in the temperat...

Introduction Aphaenogaster senilis is a fascinating and highly specialized species native to the Western Mediterranean, particularly Spain, Portuga...

Introduction If you are looking for the "superstars" of the big-headed ant world, look no further than Pheidole rhea. Native to the Southwestern Un...

Introduction Formica rufibarbis, commonly known as the "Red-Barbed Ant," is one of the most charismatic and visually stunning species found in the ...

Introduction Crematogaster deformis, often referred to as a species of "Acrobat Ant," is a fascinating and highly active ant found throughout South...

Introduction Trachymyrmex septentrionalis, commonly known as the Northern Fungus-Gardening Ant, is one of the most biologically remarkable and spec...

Introduction Polyergus lucidus, commonly known as the Shining Slave-Maker Ant, is one of the most specialized and biologically intriguing species i...