Camponotus largiceps

This species is fairly popular because they can produce Majors that are almost as big as the queen. It is a hardy, stress resitant species that can grow into a very overpowering colony of strong ants.

Size & colony type
Queen: aprox. 15mm – 16mm
Workers: aprox. 5mm – 14mm
Soldiers: n/a
Colony type: monogyne
Colony size: about 3,000 – 4,000 workers per colony
Keeping difficulty: Easy. They are relatively easy to keep even though they do require higher temperatures to thrive

Habitat
Distribution: Southern China
Habitat: often found in tropical rainforests and meadows
Natural nest: they often build their nests underground
Suitable formicaria: Ytong-, plaster-, 3D- and acrylicnests are all suitable for this species
Recommended humidity: 50% – 70%
Recommended temperature: 24°C – 28°C
Nutrition: a sugar source such as honey or sugarwater and a protein source such as prey insects like crickets or fruitflies. Insect jelly is also a suitable feeder since it contains both sugar and protein and varius other beneficial components

Misc
Hibernation: yes, from end of november till the end of february
Claustral: yes, no need to feed until the first workers arrive
Matingflight period: april – may
Egg to worker: 8 to 10 weeks depending on how they are being kept