★☆☆☆☆ Difficulty Level: Beginner
Species: Aphaenogaster longiceps (Dual Queen setups)
Description:
Aphaenogaster longiceps, commonly known as the Australian funnel ant, is an active species recognised for its distinctive funnel-shaped nest entrances and reddish-brown appearance. This dual queen colony offers an interesting opportunity to observe two queens within the same colony setup.
Keeping Experience:
Aphaenogaster longiceps is a rewarding species for beginner and intermediate keepers. Workers are active, colonies can grow to a substantial size, and their natural digging and foraging behaviours make them fascinating to observe. The compatibility and long-term stability of a dual queen setup may vary.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Claustral – queens rely on internal reserves until workers emerge
Worker Size: ~5–8 mm
Queen Size: ~10–13 mm
Substrate: Sandy soil or a sand-soil mix
Diet:
Carbohydrates: Always available once workers emerge
Protein: Insects 1–2× weekly
Colony Growth: Moderate to fast
Ideal For:
✔ Beginner to intermediate keepers
✔ Observing active foraging behaviour
✔ Keepers interested in dual queen colonies
Guarantee:
Royal Ants is committed to providing healthy, high-quality ant colonies and queens to hobbyists and collectors. All queens are carefully inspected and shipped in optimal condition to ensure their wellbeing during transit. We guarantee that every queen is alive and in excellent health at the time of dispatch. In the unlikely event a queen arrives deceased, a refund will be issued upon receipt of clear photographic evidence on the day of delivery.
★☆☆☆☆ Difficulty Level: Beginner
Species: Aphaenogaster longiceps (Dual Queen setups)
Description:
Aphaenogaster longiceps, commonly known as the Australian funnel ant, is an active species recognised for its distinctive funnel-shaped nest entrances and reddish-brown appearance. This dual queen colony offers an interesting opportunity to observe two queens within the same colony setup.
Keeping Experience:
Aphaenogaster longiceps is a rewarding species for beginner and intermediate keepers. Workers are active, colonies can grow to a substantial size, and their natural digging and foraging behaviours make them fascinating to observe. The compatibility and long-term stability of a dual queen setup may vary.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Claustral – queens rely on internal reserves until workers emerge
Worker Size: ~5–8 mm
Queen Size: ~10–13 mm
Substrate: Sandy soil or a sand-soil mix
Diet:
Carbohydrates: Always available once workers emerge
Protein: Insects 1–2× weekly
Colony Growth: Moderate to fast
Ideal For:
✔ Beginner to intermediate keepers
✔ Observing active foraging behaviour
✔ Keepers interested in dual queen colonies
Guarantee:
Royal Ants is committed to providing healthy, high-quality ant colonies and queens to hobbyists and collectors. All queens are carefully inspected and shipped in optimal condition to ensure their wellbeing during transit. We guarantee that every queen is alive and in excellent health at the time of dispatch. In the unlikely event a queen arrives deceased, a refund will be issued upon receipt of clear photographic evidence on the day of delivery.