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Aphaenogaster senilis

Name: Aphaenogaster senilis
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Aphaenogaster senilis is an intelligent, curious and very active species of ant from southern Europe. Their black, shiny bodies and long legs make them not only visually striking, but also very rewarding to observe and breed.

Gatunek: Aphaenogaster senilis
Origin: Southern Europe (mainly Spain, France, Italy)
Size: queen approx. 8–9 mm, workers 6–8 mm
Colour: uniformly black, shiny
Soldiers: none – homogeneous caste
Lifestyle: terrestrial, highly exploratory
Temperature: 22–26 °C
Humidity: 50–60 %
Hibernation: yes, mild – 10–15 °C for 2–3 months
Nutrition: honey, syrups, small feed insects
Swarming: early summer
Recommended formicarium: cork, with clearly visible chambers and an arena for exploration

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Description

Description

Aphaenogaster senilis – pure elegance in the world of ants

Aphaenogaster senilis is a species that perfectly combines aesthetic qualities with fascinating social behaviour. It originates from Southern Europe and stands out from other ants due to its intelligence, speed of action and characteristic black sheen. It is the ideal ant for breeders who appreciate observing exploratory behaviour and want to have a truly “thinking” colony in their formicarium.

Aphaenogaster senilis is not just decorative – it is a tough competitor in the world of ants, capable of solving problems, creating new paths and making complex decisions in a group. Their “intelligent” behaviour and ability to adapt quickly make them not only an interesting choice for breeding, but also addictive to observe.

What distinguishes Aphaenogaster senilis?

Intelligence and cleverness – known for their “logical tests”, Aphaenogaster can find alternative routes to food and remember the best solutions.
Active 24/7 – although they are not a tropical species, they remain active even when temperatures drop slightly.
Curiosity – these are perfect ants for large arenas – they intensively explore every nook and cranny.
Pure, classic elegance – their shiny black bodies with long legs look extremely aesthetic against the light background of the formicarium.
No aggression towards the breeder – they are not aggressive, they react calmly to servicing activities and contact with humans.

Biological curiosity

Aphaenogaster senilis is one of the favourite species of entomologists studying spatial memory and the decision-making abilities of ants. Colonies are able to collectively analyse changes in their environment, respond to new obstacles and even return to previously memorised food sources despite their temporary unavailability.

These are ants that learn and develop over time, making their breeding a unique adventure.

For whom Aphaenogaster senilis?

For beginner and intermediate breeders who appreciate ants that are active but easy to handle. Also great for schools, educators, or individuals who want to show others interesting social behaviour in the form of ‘living biology’.

If you are looking for ants that not only look great but also think, act and surprise – Aphaenogaster senilis will be the perfect choice. Watch them learn, explore and create a harmonious community. Invest in a colony that will provide you with new observations and inspiration every day!