Crematogaster rogenhoferi

Name: Crematogaster rogenhoferi
Origin: Southeast Asia (e.g. Thailand, Malaysia)
Queen: approx. 7 – 9 mm
Workers: approx. 3 – 5 mm
Diet: Carbohydrates (honey, sugar water, maple syrup), proteins (small insects such as flies, crickets, cockroaches)
Humidity:
• Arena: 40 – 60 %
• Nest: 60 – 80 %
Temperature:
• Arena: 24 – 28 °C
• Nest: 24 – 28 °C
Hibernation: No
Nest type: Test tubes, cork, wood, or 3D nests with a humid nest chamber are ideal
Colony size: approx. 1,000 – 5,000 workers

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Species Crematogaster rogenhoferi

Advantages:
Crematogaster rogenhoferi is a very agile and exciting arboreal ant species with interesting defensive behavior (abdomen raised). It is polygynous and can develop quickly with good care. Thanks to its activity and curiosity, it is particularly fascinating to observe – even during the day.

Disadvantages:
The ants are prone to escaping and are excellent climbers – an absolutely sealed arena is a must. In addition, they can react aggressively to disturbances and should not be kept too dry.

Care

For founding, a darkened test tube with a mini-arena is sufficient. As the colony grows, a humid nest with a natural character (e.g., cork or wood), supplemented by a well-secured arena of 20×20 cm or larger, is recommended. Due to their climbing ability, vertical structures and escape prevention (e.g., PTFE) are essential.

Feeding

This species is very active and reliably accepts food.
Small insects such as flies or crickets should be offered every 2-3 days