Manica rubida

Description

Manica rubida – A deadly beauty in your collection!

Meet Manica Rubida, one of the most fascinating and strikingly beautiful ants you can add to your colony. This unique ant colony not only delights with its intense red colour, but also impresses with its agility and strength. Manica Rubida is a true masterpiece of Polish nature, which will bring not only colour to your formicarium, but also the dynamism of these amazing creatures. The Manica rubida species is ideal for those looking for a bit of risk.

Manica rubida, also known as the red army ant, is a species of ant native to Central and Southern Europe. These ants are perfectly adapted to living in a variety of environmental conditions, from humid forests to dry meadows. Their distinctive red colour makes them easily recognisable and visually striking.

Dimensions Manica rubida

Queen: Reaches a length of 10 to 12 millimetres, distinguished by its intense red colour and slender silhouette.

Workers: They are 6 to 8 mm long, with a red head and thorax and a darker abdomen.

Eggs and larvae: White, small, easy to observe in the formicarium.

Advantages of the Manica rubida species

Intense red colour: Manica Rubida is one of the most beautiful ants available to breeders. Their bright colours add aesthetic charm to the formicarium.

Dynamism and agility: These ants are extremely active and agile, which makes them fascinating to observe.

Adaptability: Manica rubida is well adapted to various environmental conditions, which makes it easy to breed, if we disregard its sting.

Easy breeding: Thanks to their natural resistance and ability to survive in various conditions, they are an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced breeders.

Breeding instructions and advice

Manica rubida are relatively easy to breed, making them an ideal choice for novice ant enthusiasts. Here are some key tips on how to best care for your ants:

Establishing a colony: Once you have received the queen and the first workers, place them in a formicarium with adequate ventilation and humidity. Remember to provide them with access to water and food.

Feeding: Provide the ants with honey water and food insects such as fruit flies or small crickets on a regular basis. A protein-rich diet is crucial for their health and colony growth.

Hygiene: Keep the formicarium clean by removing food debris and waste to prevent the growth of mould and bacteria.

Hibernation: Manica rubida requires a period of hibernation to ensure a healthy life cycle. For winter, place the formicarium in a cool place where the temperature will drop to 5–10 degrees Celsius.

Interesting facts about Manica rubida

Aggressive defensive behaviour: Manica rubida is renowned for its aggressive defensive behaviour, which makes it a fascinating species to observe.

Unique hunting techniques: These ants employ unique hunting techniques, using their agility and strength to obtain food.

Complex social structures: Manica Rubida forms complex social structures with a clear division of roles within the colony, making them an interesting subject of study.

Do not miss the opportunity to enrich your collection with this remarkable species of ants. Manica Rubida is a true gem in the world of ants, offering both aesthetic pleasure and fascinating behaviour to observe. Order today and discover how wonderful life with Manica Rubida in your formicarium can be.

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