So you've decided to get into ant keeping — welcome to one of the most rewarding hobbies out there! But with hundreds of ant species found across the United States, figuring out where to start can be overwhelming. To make it easier, we've ranked the top 10 widely available native species that are well-suited for beginners, from the most forgiving to a little more hands-on. 1. Tetramorium immigrans – Pavement Ant If there's one species built for the beginner ant keeper, it's Tetramorium...

If you want to start an ant colony and watch the full life cycle from the very beginning, now is the ideal time. Our current Lasius neoniger queens have just finished diapause, the resting period where they pause development during cold months! This means they are ready to found new colonies, and Lasius neoniger is a fantastic species to work with. Native across the entire United States, these ants are accessible to most keepers and offer a rewarding experience for beginners and enthusiasts...

One of the most common mistakes beginners make when growing colonies is underfeeding . In this post, we'll introduce superfeeding , the exact opposite of underfeeding. Throughout the antkeeping hobby, antkeepers all over the world might have malnourished colonies that aren't being pushed to their full potential. While some keepers don't quite need to grow their colonies quickly, others want to ensure their colony is growing as fast as physically possible! If you're someone who wants to grow...