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Small Starter Test Tube Ant Nest - for New Queen & Nanitics with 2x15mm Plaster Tubes & Beginner Kit

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All-in-One Starter Nest for New Ant Colonies
This compact nest is expertly designed for ant keepers who are starting their journey with a new queen or a tiny colony. Its small size mimics a natural founding chamber, reducing stress and providing the security needed for your colony to successfully establish itself.

Key Benefits:
◆ Ideal Founding Environment: The modest dimensions (68mm L x 60mm W x 27mm H) are intentionally small to avoid overwhelming a new queen and her first workers, preventing anxiety and promoting brood care.
◆ Complete Starter Solution: Everything you need to begin is included—the nest itself, hydration via plaster tubes, and essential care items.
◆ Integrated Hydration: The two 15mm plaster-bottom test tubes provide a constant source of moisture, which is crucial for the founding stage.

Package Includes:

  • 1× Nest Body (with acrylic cover and 3D printed parts)

  • 1× Set of Acrylic Accessories

  • 1× Ant Keeping Beginner Kit

  • 1× Bottle of Ant Escape Prevention Powder

  • 2× 15mm Plaster-Bottom Test Tubes

Dimensions:

  • Nest Body (without tubes): 68mm (L) × 60mm (W) × 27mm (H)

Compatibility:
Perfect for the founding stage and small colonies of most common species, including:

  • Ponerine ants (e.g., BrachyponeraOdontomachus)

  • Harvester ants (e.g., MessorPogonomyrmex)

  • Honeypot ants (e.g., Myrmecocystus)

  • Pavement ants (Tetramorium)

  • Carpenter ants (Camponotus)
    Not recommended for species requiring extreme humidity or specialized environments, such as Leafcutter ants (Atta).

Please Note: Our products utilize 3D printing technology, which will result in visible layer lines and minor surface imperfections. They are functional habitats designed for ant well-being and cannot match the flawless finish of injection-molded products. Not recommended for perfectionists.

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Ethical Sourcing

We strictly adhere to ethical and sustainable collection practices, ensuring minimal impact on local ecosystems while supporting conservation efforts.

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Quality Inspection

Every nest and colony undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection to ensure structural integrity and biological health before shipment.

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Community Focused

We are more than a store; we are a hub for ant keepers. We contribute to research and educational initiatives to grow the hobby responsibly.

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Ethical Sourcing

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We strictly adhere to ethical and sustainable collection practices, ensuring minimal impact on local ecosystems while supporting conservation efforts.
🔍

Quality Inspection

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Every nest and colony undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection to ensure structural integrity and biological health before shipment.
🤝

Community Focused

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We are more than a store; we are a hub for ant keepers. We contribute to research and educational initiatives to grow the hobby responsibly.

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