Keeping Formica rufa

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RuinedDrone
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Keeping Formica rufa

Post: # 96734Post RuinedDrone
Mon Sep 26, 2022 8:18 am

Hi,

Does any one keep these and have any suggestions. I know in the wild they can build quite large nests and be quite active, so was wondering the possibility of keeping them inside enclosed. And when is the best time to collect a queen? Not planning this year but maybe a colony to start next year.

Cheers

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Re: Keeping Formica rufa

Post: # 96767Post SolenopsisKeeper
Tue Sep 27, 2022 11:14 am

RuinedDrone wrote:
Mon Sep 26, 2022 8:18 am
Hi,

Does any one keep these and have any suggestions. I know in the wild they can build quite large nests and be quite active, so was wondering the possibility of keeping them inside enclosed. And when is the best time to collect a queen? Not planning this year but maybe a colony to start next year.

Cheers
Pretty sure it is illegal based on location. I think they are protected.
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