★★★★☆ Difficulty Level: Expert
Species: Myrmecia tarsata
This ant species is capable of stinging and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Do not handle.
Description:
Myrmecia tarsata is a large and visually impressive Australian bull ant species known for its long legs, powerful mandibles, and highly alert behaviour. Like other members of the genus, this species relies heavily on vision and hunts independently rather than following established trails. Its striking appearance and active nature make it a standout species for experienced keepers.
Keeping Experience:
Keeping Myrmecia tarsata requires confidence, secure housing, and careful handling. Workers are fast-moving, highly reactive, and capable of delivering a painful sting. Colonies grow slowly but provide highly rewarding behavioural observation, especially during individual foraging and hunting. Minimal disturbance and stable environmental conditions are essential for long-term success.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Semi-claustral – queen requires feeding during founding
Worker Size: 14–18 mm
Queen Size: 20–24 mm
Humidity: Moderate (well-ventilated nest with dry outworld areas)
Colony Growth: Slow
Ideal For:
✔ Expert keepers
✔ Behaviour-focused observation
✔ Secure display setups for stinging species
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: Expert
Species: Myrmecia tarsata
This ant species is capable of stinging and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Do not handle.
Description:
Myrmecia tarsata is a large and visually impressive Australian bull ant species known for its long legs, powerful mandibles, and highly alert behaviour. Like other members of the genus, this species relies heavily on vision and hunts independently rather than following established trails. Its striking appearance and active nature make it a standout species for experienced keepers.
Keeping Experience:
Keeping Myrmecia tarsata requires confidence, secure housing, and careful handling. Workers are fast-moving, highly reactive, and capable of delivering a painful sting. Colonies grow slowly but provide highly rewarding behavioural observation, especially during individual foraging and hunting. Minimal disturbance and stable environmental conditions are essential for long-term success.
Quick Care Guide:
Colony Founding Type: Semi-claustral – queen requires feeding during founding
Worker Size: 14–18 mm
Queen Size: 20–24 mm
Humidity: Moderate (well-ventilated nest with dry outworld areas)
Colony Growth: Slow
Ideal For:
✔ Expert keepers
✔ Behaviour-focused observation
✔ Secure display setups for stinging species
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.