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[PetsNotPests]

I have a Camponotus Sansabeanus queen who will have her first set of workers in a few months. At first, I will keep her and her new workers in her 16x150mm test tube. this will work for a few weeks/months, but after I start seeing more workers (around the 10-20 number) what formicaria is best for them? I have a aus ants ytong founding nest, which has housed a Pogonomyrmex colony in the past, but I noteced that the workers where able to chew at the ytong and crumble it away because it is so brittle. I did some more research when i came across TarHeel ants, and I just can't get enough of how awesome and beautiful formicaria are. I instantly ordered a mini hearth, and can't wait to use it. Any thoughts? 

[CheetoLord02]

Basically everyone on Formiculture will tell you Tarheel Ants is the best, and I agree with them. A Mini Hearth is an excellent option.

[PetsNotPests]

thanks! mini hearth it is!

[ANTdrew]

Tarheels Ants formicaria are expressly made for Camponotus. Fortunately they work great for all other types of ants as well.

[PetsNotPests]

thanks a ton for your ideas guys. this really helps a lot