Camponotus modoc Queen In Test Tube

Camponotus modoc

Pacific Northwest Carpenter Ants

Big. Bold. Built for patience.

Camponotus modoc is one of the most impressive native carpenter ants in North America. Known for their large size, deep black coloration, red legs, and calm behavior, this species is a favorite for keepers who enjoy slow, deliberate colony growth and long-term success.

Perfect for display-focused setups and patient ant keepers.

Shipping Restrictions

Ships to Washington State addresses only.

What You Will Receive

• 1 Camponotus modoc Queen
• Test tube setup, ready for founding

Why Camponotus modoc?

• Large, visually striking workers
• Polymorphic species with minor and major workers
• Native to the Pacific Northwest
• Calm, deliberate foraging behavior
• Single-queen colony type
• Slow-growing, long-lived colonies

These ants don’t rush.
They build.

Care Overview

Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
Colony Growth: Slow and steady
Diet: Sugars and insects
Humidity: Moderate
Hibernation: Required (winter diapause)

Camponotus modoc thrives with proper seasonal cycles. Patience and hibernation are key to long-term health and colony success.

For more in-depth care and biological information, please refer to the species Wiki.

Peace of Mind Guarantee

All queens go through a vetting process to ensure quality, health, and viability.

• Guaranteed to arrive alive
• Guaranteed to produce viable eggs

If your queen fails to arrive alive or does not produce viable eggs, you may choose between:
• A full refund
• A replacement queen of equal value

New Stock Information

Camponotus modoc typically have nuptial flights from April through July.
This is when new stock becomes available. Availability outside this window may be limited.

Backorder Information

If a queen is listed as backordered, it means my personal inventory has run out, but the species may still be available through trusted ant keepers I work with.

When you place a backorder:

• If a queen is sourced, your order will ship normally (with possible delay)
• If a queen cannot be sourced, you will receive a full refund
• The listing will then be updated to out of stock or pre-order

No guesswork. No surprises.