Camponotus sanctus

Yellow workers carpenters ant

Origin : Israel

Geographical distribution: South eastern Europe (Greece, Turkey, Israel), west Asia 

Breeding level: beginner

Habitat :  arid plains

Colony form: monogenous (only one queen per colony)

Colony size: up to 10.000

Size : queen: 18 - 19mm, workers: 7 to 12mm, major: 15 to 18mm long

Color : Black and yellow. workers : golden yellow, the majors are darker

Queen lifespan: up to 20 years

Food:  Principally sweet liquids, jellies... but needs proteins too with  fruit flies, little parts of crickets or cockroaches...

Humidity: 40-50%.

Temperature:  23 - 28°C.

Hibernation: No, but a winter break from November to February at room temperature better for the queen's life span.

Nest type:  wooden nests and other dry nests. Drinking trough in the hunting area is mandatory

Camponotus sanctus are some of Africa's largest and most stunning ants. Don't be fooled by their beauty, though – they are fiercely protective and will attack with powerful jaws if they feel their nest is threatened.

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