Dorymyrmex insanus

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Dorymyrmex insanus, or commonly called Crazy Ant, get their name from their noticeably frenetic foraging-activity.

Queen[edit]

Queen Ant

Nuptial Flight Time : Summer
Founding Type : Fully Claustral
*gynous : Monogynous
Brood Boostable : Yes
Hibernation : No
Feeding Requirements : None, however honey is welcomed
Nanitics Appear After : 2-6 weeks
Founding Stage Notes: Nothing special, really easy. Just leave them undisturbed.

Food[edit]

Every ant, even from same species may be temperamental to certain foods. Trial and error is best way to figure out she will eat. Compiled below is a list of likes and dislikes for this particular species.

Likes[edit]

Sweets - Honey, Sugar Water, Fruit
Insects

Dislikes[edit]

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Colony[edit]

Difficulty : Easy
Typical Colony Size :
Polymorphic :
Ant Length : Small
Temperament : Mild
Suggested Feeding Schedule :
Hazards : None
Colony Growth Rate :
Egg To Worker : 2-3 weeks
Circadian Activity : 24/7
Recommended Temperature : 60F<
Recommended Humidity : >30%
Heating Pad Required : No
Can Climb Smooth Surfaces : Yes
When To Expand : 20-30->Formicarium
When Do Soldiers and Reproductives Appear :
Invasive/Pest :
Farmers :
Native Location : warm climates, United States
Natural Habitat : Soil
Preferred Nesting Medium : None
Scientific Information: antwiki.org

Notes[edit]

Great starter colony
Low maintenance

Images[edit]

Generic Ant
Generic Ant
Generic Ant