Latin name: Camponotus singularis

Taxonomy: Subfamily: Formicinae, Tribe: Camponotini

Breeding level: Intermediate, breeding conditions must be carefully observed

Geographic distribution: Southeast Asia

Habitat: Tropical rainforest

Colony form: Monogyne

Queen: Size: 20 - 22mm Color: Black with red head

Workers: Size: 11 - 15mm Color: Black with red head

Major: Size 17 - 22mm Color: Black with red head

Male: Size: 15mm Color:

Food: Honeydew and insects: such as flies, mealworms, mosquitoes and small locusts; also fruits

Humidity: Hunting area: 30 - 50% Nest: 50 - 70%

Temperature: Hunting area: 21 - 35 ° C Nest: 24-28 ° C

Hibernation: No, but we recommend a winter break from November to March at room temperature

Nest type: Plexiglas nest, classic tube nest or plaster, reconstituted stone nest

Description: Camponotus singularis is a Camponotus of an impressive size and thickness which will delight fans of the genus Camponotus.

Development: Swarming at the start of the rainy season

Foundation: takes place in a cloistered manner (without food) Development: 45 days from egg to worker (depending on temperature)

Size of the colony: Small colony of 1000 individuals, the queen can reach the age of 15 years