{"product_id":"lasius-fuliginosus","title":"Lasius fuliginosus","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"169\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"185\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"169\"\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"185\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"188\"\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lasius fuliginosus\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"233\" data-start=\"220\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"256\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eQueen:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eapprox. 7 – 9 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"290\" data-start=\"272\"\u003eWorkers:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3 – 5 mm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"319\" data-start=\"307\"\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbohydrates (e.g., honey, sugar water, maple syrup), proteins (feeder animals, e.g., cockroaches, flies, crickets)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"456\" data-start=\"435\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"459\" data-start=\"456\"\u003e Arena: 40 – 60%\u003cbr data-end=\"477\" data-start=\"474\"\u003e Nest: 60 – 80%\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"510\" data-start=\"495\"\u003eTemperature:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Arena: 20 – 26 degrees\u003cbr data-end=\"535\" data-start=\"532\"\u003e Nest: 22 – 26 degrees\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"572\" data-start=\"557\"\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, end of October to beginning of March at about 5 – 10 degrees! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"642\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eNest type:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend wooden nests, cork or special 3D nests with ventilation!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"718\"\u003eColony size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10,000 – 50,000 workers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-end=\"776\" data-start=\"773\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"834\" data-start=\"778\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"778\"\u003eAdvantages and disadvantages of the species Lasius fuliginosus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"836\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"836\"\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"852\" data-start=\"849\"\u003e Lasius fuliginosus is a very exciting and active species, notable for its dark coloration and the formation of clearly structured ant trails. They exhibit interesting social behavior and are highly organized in their colony structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1318\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1120\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003eDisadvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1123\" data-start=\"1120\"\u003e The establishment is socially parasitic, i.e. the queen needs a host colony (e.g. Lasius umbratus) for successful establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-end=\"1323\" data-start=\"1320\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1514\" data-start=\"1325\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"1325\"\u003eAttitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eLasius fuliginosus constructs complex cardboard nests with a wasp-like structure. The workers cultivate a specific fungus on a substrate of sugary wood material. This fungus acts as a structural element that significantly reinforces the nest architecture without serving as a food source. This contrasts with myrmecophagous species such as Attini. Colony establishment occurs through temporary social parasitism, with Lasius fuliginosus queens deliberately invading queenless Lasius umbratus colonies and taking over nest dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1915\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1985\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1934\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1937\" data-start=\"1934\"\u003e Lasius fuliginosus accepts food without any problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2149\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003e Offer protein every 3-4 days (e.g. cockroaches, flies, crickets).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2340\" data-start=\"2151\"\u003e Carbohydrates (e.g. sugar water, honey or syrup) should be permanently available and changed at least weekly to avoid mold growth and poisoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"2342\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2347\"\u003eHibernation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-end=\"2365\" data-start=\"2362\"\u003eLasius fuliginosus requires a winter dormancy from the end of October to the beginning of March at about 5 – 10 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDanger:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Without hibernation, brood development can be impaired, and the queen's lifespan is shortened. During hibernation, they require little care, but a small amount of carbohydrates should be provided continuously. Protein is not necessary but can be provided occasionally. The humidity in the nest should be checked regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AntMeUp","offers":[{"title":"Queen + 1-5 workers","offer_id":50537036218710,"sku":"","price":139.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Queen + 5-10 workers","offer_id":50538133324118,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Queen + 10-20 workers","offer_id":50538133356886,"sku":null,"price":38.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Queen + 20-30 workers","offer_id":50990695973206,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/9597\/1670\/files\/Lasius_fuliginosus.jpg?v=1765375633","url":"https:\/\/antmeup.de\/en\/products\/lasius-fuliginosus","provider":"AntMeUp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}