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Aphaenogaster vs Tetramorium climbing ability


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#1 Offline CNewton - Posted May 1 2018 - 3:58 AM

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How do each of these species do vs. vertical and upside down surfaces (underside of horizontal surface will be baby-powdered)? Finishing up a formicarium and trying to decide on which will be least likely to escape.

 

I want to lean toward Aphaenogaster because they are slightly larger, but Tetramorium are so fast to grow, they might populate this unit much faster and be a bit more enjoyable.



#2 Offline Mettcollsuss - Posted May 1 2018 - 4:10 AM

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Tetramorium has terrible grip and can't climb smooth surfaces very well. Even a weak barrier will be able to keep them in. Aphaenogaster has great grip and will need a strong barrier.






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