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Explore Ant Species
Discover and explore ant species from the Antverse — by name, genus, habit or how hard they are to keep.
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8 species found
PopularRed-Headed Giant Carpenter Ant
Camponotus singularis
A large carpenter ant with a striking bright red head against a dark body, admired by keepers worldwide for its size and bold, ever-alert temperament.
PopularAsh-Red Carpenter Ant
Camponotus rufoglaucus
A slender carpenter ant dusted in ash-grey hairs, the Ash-Red Carpenter Ant is easy to keep and grows fast, making it a great pick for anyone starting out with Camponotus.
Black Carpenter Ant
Camponotus parius
Large, easy to observe, slow-growing but extremely hardy. The most forgiving first species.
Nicobar Carpenter Ant
Camponotus nicobarensis
A red-orange and black carpenter ant that grows fast and stays fairly docile. Popular with beginners for its hardiness and easy adaptability, and a top seller at ant shops worldwide.
Monster Head Carpenter Ant
Camponotus auriventris
Nicknamed the "Monster Head" carpenter ant abroad for its oversized soldier heads, which defend the nest with striking efficiency.
Silky Carpenter Ant
Camponotus sericeus
Unlike most carpenter ants, this species forages in broad daylight. Its body is covered in shimmering golden hair, and it thrives in dry, semi-arid habitats across Africa and Asia.
Hairy-legged Carpenter Ant
Camponotus rufifemur
A Javan carpenter ant with reddish-brown legs contrasting against a dark body. Nocturnal and calm-tempered, it's a popular pick in the ant-keeping market for its striking coloration.
Hairy Wood Carpenter Ant
Camponotus vagus
The European hairy wood ant is entirely jet-black, densely covered in long yellowish-white hairs. Found across Europe into Central Asia, it's known for its feisty temperament and mandatory annual winter hibernation.
This page is husbandry information only — live ants aren't sold on the site, for the animals' safety in transit.