Camponotus parius

Name: Camponotus parius
Origin: Southeast Asia
Queen: approx. 14 – 16 mm
Workers: approx. 6 – 9 mm
Food: Carbohydrates (e.g., honey, sugar water, maple syrup), proteins (feeders such as cockroaches, flies, crickets)
Humidity:
• Arena: 40 – 60%
• Nest: 60 – 80%
Temperature:
• Arena: 24 – 28 °C
• Nest: 24 – 28 °C
Hibernation: No
Nest type: Ytong, plaster or 3D nests with good ventilation and a humid nest chamber are ideal
Colony size: approx. 2,000 – 5,000 workers

Advantages and disadvantages of the species Camponotus parius

Advantages:
Camponotus parius impresses with its powerful appearance and lively movement style. It displays interesting social behavior, is curious, and active, especially at dusk. This species is well-suited for owners with initial experience and grows moderately quickly under ideal conditions.

Disadvantages:
Camponotus parius is thermophilic and sensitive to temperature fluctuations. It can be somewhat reticent in the initial stages, and colony development requires patience and consistent conditions.

attitude

Camponotus parius is considered moderately demanding to care for. During the initial phase, a test-tube nest with a small arena (approximately 10×10 cm) is sufficient. As the colony grows, a larger, well-ventilated nest (e.g., clay or plaster) and an arena of at least 20×20 cm should be used.

The species is predominantly crepuscular and can be observed particularly well in the evening hours – ideal for keepers who like to study their ants in low light.

Feeding

Protein should be offered every 3-4 days in the form of insects such as cockroaches, flies or crickets (frozen or scalded).

Carbohydrates such as honey or sugar water should be available at all times. Make sure to change the sugar water regularly (at least weekly) to avoid mold growth and poisoning.

Hibernation / Diapause

Camponotus parius does not hibernate.