Myrmica Colony In Test Tube

Myrmica

Hardy Red Ants

Active. Adaptable. Quick to establish.

Myrmica are energetic, cold-tolerant ants known for their constant activity and fast-growing colonies. This listing includes a queen and one or more workers, allowing the colony to get moving immediately upon arrival.

An excellent option for beginners who want visible progress early on.

Shipping Restrictions

Ships to Washington State addresses only.

What You Will Receive

• 1 Myrmica Queen
• At Least 1 worker
• Test tube setup, ready for founding

Why Myrmica?

• Monomorphic species with a single worker size
• Multi-queen colony type
• Highly active behavior
• Fast colony growth
• Beginner-friendly and hardy

These colonies establish quickly and stay busy.

Care Overview

Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
Colony Growth: Fast
Diet: Sugars and insects
Humidity: Moderate to high
Hibernation: Required (winter diapause)

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

Availability depends on seasonal collection and keeper availability. Stock levels may vary throughout the year.

Backorder Information

If this listing is marked 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