Queen ant from Canada, Alberta
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- Batspiderfish
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Re: Queen ant from Canada, Alberta
Yup! A Formica social parasite, probably from the rufa group. She will need Formica pupae if you want to keep her.
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- Batspiderfish
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Re: Queen ant from Canada, Alberta
Brood from another genus will not work, unfortunately. The host needs to be able to take care of the queen's first brood.
If you enjoy my expertise and identifications, please do not put wild populations at risk of disease by releasing pet colonies. We are responsible to give our pets the best care we can manage for the rest of their lives.
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