Origin: Neotropical Region: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago and Uruguay.
Habitat: These ants are commonly found in diverse habitats, including savannas, grasslands, woodlands, and urban areas. They often nest in soil, under stones, or in hollow plant stems.
Colony Type: Camponotus mus colonies are typically monogynous, with a single queen.
Queen Size: The queen of Camponotus mus typically measures around 15-18 mm in length.
Worker Size: Workers of this species vary in size, with the smallest workers measuring around 6-8 mm and larger workers reaching up to 15 mm in length.
Food: Camponotus mus is omnivorous, feeding on a variety of food sources including small insects, honeydew, nectar, and other plant materials.
Humidity: They prefer environments with moderate humidity levels, typically between 40% to 60%.
Temperature: Maintain the temperature for Camponotus mus colonies around 22-28°C (72-82°F).
Hibernation: Camponotus mus colonies may reduce activity during cooler months but do not undergo true hibernation.
Colony Size: These colonies can vary in size, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand individuals, depending on environmental conditions and available resources.
Difficulty: Difficulty level to care for Camponotus mus: 4/5. This species requires significant attention to humidity, temperature, and specific dietary needs, making them challenging to care for.
About Camponotus mus:
Camponotus mus is a species of ant native to various regions across the Neotropical region, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay (type locality). They are adaptable ants, commonly found in diverse habitats such as savannas, grasslands, woodlands, and urban areas, where they nest in soil, under stones, or in hollow plant stems. Colonies of Camponotus mus are typically monogynous, with a single queen, which can measure around 15-18 mm in length. Workers vary in size, with the smallest measuring around 6-8 mm and larger workers reaching up to 15 mm. They are omnivorous, consuming small insects, honeydew, nectar, and other plant materials. Maintaining moderate humidity levels between 40% to 60% and temperatures around 22-28°C (72-82°F) is important for their well-being. While they may reduce activity during cooler months, they do not undergo true hibernation. With proper care, colonies of Camponotus mus can thrive and grow, but their care presents a significant challenge due to their specific needs and behaviors.