★★★☆☆ Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Species: Polyrhachis daemeli
Description:
Polyrhachis daemeli is a distinctive Australian arboreal ant species known for its spined body, silver coloration, slender build, and strong climbing ability. Often found nesting in vegetation, this species is visually striking and well suited to vertical or naturalistic setups. Its unique appearance and arboreal lifestyle make it a standout choice for keepers seeking something different from ground-dwelling ants.
Keeping Experience:
Keeping Polyrhachis daemeli is engaging and observation-focused. Workers are active and frequently explore elevated surfaces, making them ideal for display-style enclosures. Colonies establish steadily and benefit from stable humidity and well-ventilated housing. Their climbing behaviour and visible activity make them rewarding for keepers with some experience.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Claustral – queens rely on internal reserves until first workers emerge
Worker Size: 6–9 mm
Queen Size: 12–14 mm
Humidity: Moderate to high (humid nesting area with good ventilation)
Housing: Test tube → arboreal or vertical formicarium
Substrate: Optional; branches, cork bark, or naturalistic materials
Diet:
Carbohydrates: Always available once workers emerge
Protein: Insects 1–2× weekly
Colony Growth: Moderate
Ideal For:
✔ Intermediate keepers
✔ Arboreal display setups
✔ Behaviour-focused observation
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: Intermediate
Species: Polyrhachis daemeli
Description:
Polyrhachis daemeli is a distinctive Australian arboreal ant species known for its spined body, silver coloration, slender build, and strong climbing ability. Often found nesting in vegetation, this species is visually striking and well suited to vertical or naturalistic setups. Its unique appearance and arboreal lifestyle make it a standout choice for keepers seeking something different from ground-dwelling ants.
Keeping Experience:
Keeping Polyrhachis daemeli is engaging and observation-focused. Workers are active and frequently explore elevated surfaces, making them ideal for display-style enclosures. Colonies establish steadily and benefit from stable humidity and well-ventilated housing. Their climbing behaviour and visible activity make them rewarding for keepers with some experience.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Claustral – queens rely on internal reserves until first workers emerge
Worker Size: 6–9 mm
Queen Size: 12–14 mm
Humidity: Moderate to high (humid nesting area with good ventilation)
Housing: Test tube → arboreal or vertical formicarium
Substrate: Optional; branches, cork bark, or naturalistic materials
Diet:
Carbohydrates: Always available once workers emerge
Protein: Insects 1–2× weekly
Colony Growth: Moderate
Ideal For:
✔ Intermediate keepers
✔ Arboreal display setups
✔ Behaviour-focused observation
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.