Myrmecocystus Mimicus Temperature

[Rovvov99]

Hi,
I'm considering getting Myrmecocystus Mimicus, aka the honeypot ant, but I'm not entirely sure about the temperature to keep them at. So for all you American ant keepers, can I keep them at 26-29℃ (78,8-84,2℉) that's the same temperature I keep my Mediterranean species at and if that's the case it would save me a lot of problems, because then I won't have to use multiple heating mats. And do you have to heat the outworld too, or will room temperature be fine ?

[AntsLuxembourg]

Hey,

They can be kept anywere from 21°C to 40°C in their outworld and anywhere between 28°C - 35°C in their nest. You can use a heating mat if it's not warm enough in your room. Although 28°C is already above average room temperatur.

In short they should do fine. They also don't hibernate so no need to go through the trouble of finding the right spot.

More info: https://www.antstore.net/shop/de/Ameisen/Ameisen-aus-Amerika/Myrmecocystus-mimicus-Honigtopfameisen.html