Formica lemani Care Sheet

Formica lemani is a beautiful shiny black Formica that lives at high altitudes. They closely resemble fusca ants.

Difficulty level: easy

Geographic distribution: Europe

Origin: Massif Central

-Queen size: 12mm

-Worker size: 6-8mm

-Polygynous: yes

-Mature colony size: about 5,000 workers

Humidity: 60-80%

Temperature: 20-27°C (ideal at 24°C)

Diapause: Yes, between 6 and 12°C for 3 to 4 months

Ant farms: Any ant farm with a humid area and adapted to the colony size will suit them.

Food: sweet liquids, insects

The Formica lemani colonies and queens we sell are all 100% guaranteed to arrive alive, with healthy brood and a clean test tube.

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