Camponotus Pilicornis - Beginner
Pilicornis are a beautiful species of carpenter ant from the warmer, southern countries of Europe and can be found in the woodland and its edge. They make their home in the roots of trees or any larger stones in the area.
They are polymorphic and have a fantastic worker colouration of amber thorax and brown gaster. This appearance makes them a rare and sought after treat for antkeepers.
Colony Size
Up to 3000 workers
Queen
Fully Claustral - No food until first workers
Monogyne (single Queen per colony)
Temperature & Humidity
Nest: 23 to 26 degrees | 18 to 28 degrees in Outworld
50% to 60% in Nest | 30% to 50% in Outworld
Hibernation
Yes, between November and February at around 15 degrees.
Polymorphic (Different size casts)
Yes – slightly polymorphic with Minor, Media and Major workers.
Sting | Bite
No
Diet
Protein, Lots of Sugars, Lots of Water
Nest Type
Natural, Acrylic, Sand, Earth, Glass, Plaster, Ytong
Size
Queen – 14mm-16mm
Worker - 6mm-15mm
Camponotus pilicornis- Carpenter
It is illegal to release this colony into the wild in the UK, if you can no longer care for your colony please contact us immediately.
