camponotus cruentatus

Camponotus cruentatus

Temperature: 22-28°C (optimal: 24-26°C)
Humidity: 50-70% (higher in the nest, drier in the outworld)
Colony Size: Slow-growing, but can reach thousands over time
Diet: Sugars (honey, sugar water) & proteins (insects, boiled egg, fish food)
Nest Type: Test tube setup for founding; later Ytong, acrylic, or natural wood nests
Activity: Mostly nocturnal but active during the day in warmer conditions
Hibernation: Required (October–March) at 5-10°C