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Canada Ant Colony

We provide the cheapest and affordable ant colonies, formicaria and antkeeping supplies in Canada.

03/31/2025

Myrmecocystus testaceus, or the Little Honeypot Ant, is the only true honeypot species from Canada. They are popular with experienced antkeepers for their hanging repletes - workers with specialized social stomachs hanging off their chamber ceilings. In the wild, honeypot ants farm aphids and collect sugar secretions from galls, and nectar from the various desert flowers, and in particular fruits of the Prickly-Pear cactus. Large volumes of this liquid are stored and consumed during times when food is less abundant.

They are not recommended for beginners, as they are slow-growing, fragile and come with strict care needs.

Order Now: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/little-honeypot-ant

10/10/2024

Aphaenogaster tennesseensis, or the Tennessee Collared Ant, is a parasitic species of Aphaenogaster with bright red queens and workers.

With colonies of several thousand workers, these ants create colonies much larger than their host species, Aphaenogaster rudis and picea. These queens also accept fully hardened host workers, and are probably the easiest parasite to keep.

They do best under 30-50% humidity and 24°-27° Celsius. They also need a substrate to soak up liquids as they have no social stomach.

Order Now: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/aphaenogaster-tennesseensis

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10/06/2024

FORANTO wood nests are some of the most aesthetically pleasing wood formicaria in the market, and we now have hydrated wood nests, which are the perfect blend of functionality and style. These nests are compatible with most ant species, not just carpenter ants, and come in a variety of designs and sizes.

Get yours today: https://canada-ant-colony.com/collections/foranto-wood-nests

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09/24/2024

Canada Ant Colony collabore avec Monarch Reptiles pour fournir des fourmis dans la région de Montréal.

Si vous cherchez des fourmis localement à Montréal, visitez-les au 100 Rue Kepler #14, Châteauguay, QC J6K 5E4.

De plus, si vous êtes intéressé par Manica hunteri, une espèce rouge et orange vif, et Aphaenogaster tennesseesis, une fourmi grise parasite, ils seront bientôt le premier magasin au Québec à les avoir en stock.

09/23/2024

Manica hunteri, or the Hunter's Ruby Ant is a high elevation species, dwelling at the tops of the Rocky Mountains. They are large, with queens ranging from 9.5 to 13 mm and workers from 5 to 9 mm. They are semi-claustral and accept a fairly wide range of foods in captivity, although they require a very diverse diet. It's theorized that these ants may hunt workers of other species in the wild, and they are frequently found next to Formica nests. It has been said that these ants can be fed off of ant brood as well.

Heat is vital for this species, and it is recommended to keep them above 27 degrees Celsius. At room temperature, they take 2 years to develop to the worker stage. If heated, they will mature in a little more than 1.5 months.

Order Now: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/manica-hunteri-hunters-ruby-ant

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08/01/2024

Formica bradleyi, the Bradley’s Field Ant, is without a doubt one of the largest and most stunning ant species in the whole of Canada! This brightly colored ant nests in sandy soils and likes warmer temperatures of up to 29°C with relatively low humidity at 30-60%. They're fairly rare too, and we're proud to be able to sell them here at Canada Ant Colony! We've just received new stock with colonies of all sizes.

Order Now: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/formica-bradleyi

07/30/2024

Pheidole pilifera, the Hairy Big Headed Ant, is an amazing beginner species perfect for someone who is looking for an entertaining desktop ant farm. Colonies eat just about anything, and grow very quickly if heated (>28°C/>65% humidity) and fed frequently. Major workers have large heads used to crack seeds and tear through insect parts. Colonies will swarm food, especially seeds, making for an entertaining spectacle as you watch large headed soldiers and smaller sized workers consume and break down their food.

Order Now: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/pheidole-pilifera-hairy-big_headed-ant

07/12/2024

We’re excited to announce a re-stock on one of our rarer species: pogonomyrmex occidentalis, or the western harvester ant. It is an almost never-before-sold in Canada species! Hailing from the most southern parts of central Canada, these brightly coloured ants come equipped with a powerful sting and a sizable 7mm worker size. Colonies will be available as early as Mid-July.

Pre-Order Now Before They’re Gone: https://canada-ant-colony.com/products/pogonomyrmex-occidentalis

Happy Ant-Keeping!

07/09/2024

06/21/2024

Check Monarch Reptiles' updated stock on ants! They're probably the last spot with Honeypot ants left, and they have a colony with workers!

06/03/2024

Attention Ontarians! We’d like to spotlight our friends and distributers over at Critter Jungle in Ottawa. In addition to a wide variety of pet supplies, you can find our products in-store at 1405 Carling Avenue.

Visit Their Website: https://www.critterjungle.com/

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05/06/2024

Canada Ant Colony is on the road this spring! In the month of May, we are headed to Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton and Ottawa for some exciting events. We hope to see you there! For more details and to get tickets, see below.

The Toronto Reptile Expo @ The International Centre
Sunday, May 26, from 10am – 4pm
Get Tickets: https://www.tix123.com/tickets/?code=TRAPEMAY24

The Calgary Reptile Expo @ The Genesis Centre
Sunday, May 26, from 10am – 4pm

Ottawa Regional Science Fair @ Carleton University
Saturday, May 25, from 10am – 4pm
More Info: https://www.orsf.ca/

Edmonton Reptile Expo @ The Alberta Aviation Museum
May 11 - 12, from 10am – 4pm
More Info: https://www.todocanada.ca/city/edmonton/event/edmonton-reptile-amphibian-society-spring-expo-2/

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