3d DESIGNING A FORMICARIUM

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Garreth
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3d DESIGNING A FORMICARIUM

Post: # 84701Post Garreth
Wed Nov 03, 2021 2:27 am

Hey all, so im working on a large campanotus formicarium design in a 3d software and was wondering if any one who has kept them can help me out and wants to be part of this project. also 3d designers are welcome

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Re: 3d DESIGNING A FORMICARIUM

Post: # 84708Post AM1C39
Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:38 am

I have mede nests specificaly for camponotus colonies so I could be of some asistance.
My current colonies:
-Miniature Military(formica neogagates)
-Black Hearts(crematogaster cerasi)
In search of new camponotus colony
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Garreth
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Re: 3d DESIGNING A FORMICARIUM

Post: # 84729Post Garreth
Thu Nov 04, 2021 1:15 am

Hey yeah so the formicariom is being designed like a massive city grid, im hoping to work with others to provide a very interesting unique nest

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Re: 3d DESIGNING A FORMICARIUM

Post: # 84873Post antnest8
Tue Nov 09, 2021 4:26 pm

Garreth wrote:
Wed Nov 03, 2021 2:27 am
Hey all, so im working on a large campanotus formicarium design in a 3d software and was wondering if any one who has kept them can help me out and wants to be part of this project. also 3d designers are welcome
I've worked with Campanotus for almost 4 years now. They generally prefer dryer nests, so when providing a moisture gradient make sure there is plenty of space away from the water source. Since Camponotus do chew wood, make sure the materials used are not overly soft.

I would also suggest a nest on the smaller size. Camponotus do grow into large colonies, but it takes years to do so. Since most ant-keepers are new to the hobby, a majority of camponotus colonies are going to be on the smaller side.
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