Manica rubida

Description

Manica rubida – A deadly beauty for your collection!

Meet Manica rubida, one of the most fascinating and strikingly beautiful ants you can add to your breeding. This unique ant colony not only impresses with its intense red colour, but also with its agility and strength. Manica rubida is a true masterpiece of Polish nature, which will bring not only colour but also the dynamics of life of these amazing creatures into your formicarium. The Manica rubida species is ideal for those looking for a bit of risk.

Manica Rubida, also known as the ‘Red Army Ant’, is a species of ant that is native to Central and Southern Europe. These ants are perfectly adapted to live in a variety of environmental conditions, from damp forests to dry grasslands. Their distinctive red colour makes them easily recognisable and extremely visually appealing.

Dimensions of Manica rubida

Queen: Reaches a length of 10 to 12 mm, distinguished by its intense red colour and slender body.

Workers: They are 6 to 8 mm long, with a red head and thorax and a darker abdomen.

Eggs and larvae: White, small, easy to observe in the formicarium.

Advantages of the species Manica rubida

Intense red colouration: Manica rubida is one of the most beautiful ants available to breeders. Their bright colours add aesthetic appeal to the formicarium.

Dynamism and agility: These ants are extremely active and agile, making them fascinating to observe.

Adaptability: Manica rubida are well adapted to a variety of environmental conditions, making them easy to breed if you disregard the sting.

Hassle-free breeding : Thanks to their natural resilience and ability to survive in different conditions, they are an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced breeders.

Breeding instructions and advice

Breeding Manica rubida is relatively straightforward, making this species an ideal choice for novice ant enthusiasts. Here are some key tips on how to best care for your ants:

Setting up the colony: Once you have received the queen and first workers, place them in a formicarium with adequate ventilation and humidity. Remember to provide them with access to water and food.

Feeding: Provide the ants regularly with honey water and food insects such as fruit flies or small crickets. A diet rich in protein is crucial for their health and colony growth.

Hygiene: Keep the formicarium clean by removing food debris and waste to prevent the growth of mould and bacteria.

Hibernation: Manica rubida require a hibernation period to ensure their healthy life cycle. For the winter, place the formicarium in a cool place where the temperature drops to 5-10 degrees Celsius.

Interesting facts about Manica rubida

Aggressive defensive behaviour: Manica rubida is renowned for its aggressive defensive behaviour, making it a fascinating species to observe.

Unique hunting techniques: These ants employ unique hunting techniques, using their agility and strength to obtain food.

Complex social structures: Manica rubida forms complex social structures, with a clear division of roles within the colony, making them an interesting object of study.

Don’t miss the opportunity to enrich your breeding with this unusual ant species. Manica Rubida is a real gem in the ant world, offering both an aesthetic experience and fascinating behaviour to observe. Order today and discover how wonderful life can be with Manica Rubida in your formicarium.

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