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Pogonomyrmex barbatus

Queen + brood (eggs/larvae/pupae)
€69,95
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Pogonomyrmex barbatus

€69,95
  • Nivel: Requiere atención
  • Hibernación: Sí (10-14 semanas (líneas de clima templado); descanso más suave en líneas de clima cálido)

Necesita hibernación — no apta si no puedes bajar la temperatura en invierno.

Colony size

Live animal shipping

  • Shipped Mondays and Tuesdays
  • Includes heat pack and insulated box, at no extra cost
  • We hold the shipment if your area drops below 5°C or exceeds 30°C. We'll let you know beforehand.

At no cost. We'll message you before shipping.

Live arrival guarantee

If the colony arrives dead, we'll replace it or refund you. Here are the full terms, right here.

Plazo para reclamar
48 hours from delivery
Prueba necesaria
Photos or video of the unopened package and its contents as they arrive.
Qué cubre
The queen, always. Workers, if more than 20% arrive dead.
Qué hacemos
Replacement on the next available shipment or a refund. You choose.
Qué la anula
A package left outside or not picked up after the delivery notice.

Pogonomyrmex barbatus

Pogonomyrmex barbatus is an interesting species for enthusiasts who want to observe different behaviors, castes, and growth rates.

  • Highlight features of Pogonomyrmex barbatus: granivorous, seed-based diet.
  • Intended for enthusiasts who already master basic care.
  • It is advisable to check humidity, temperature, feeding, and regulations before purchasing.

Before buying: Review maintenance conditions and applicable regulations, especially for non-native species.

Species profile

Identificación

Nombre científico
Pogonomyrmex barbatus (Smith, 1858)
Subfamilia
Myrmicinae
Distribución
Zonas áridas y semiáridas del suroeste de Estados Unidos y México
Forma de colonia
Monoginia

Tamaño

Reina (mm)
12.0
Obrera (mm)
6-10 mm
Polimorfismo
No
Casta soldado
No

Condiciones

Temperatura del nido (°C)
24-29 °C, punto caliente 28-30 °C
Temperatura del área de forrajeo (°C)
Similar al nido, zona seca
Humedad del nido (%)
Moderada en cría, cámaras secas para semillas
Humedad del área de forrajeo (%)
Seca, con gradiente de humedad claro

Ciclo

Hibernación
Ventana de hibernación
10-14 semanas (líneas de clima templado); descanso más suave en líneas de clima cálido
Temperatura de hibernación (°C)
10-15 °C (templado) o 16-20 °C (cálido)
Tipo de fundación
Claustral
Época de vuelo nupcial
Verano, sincronizado con las lluvias

Desarrollo

Velocidad de crecimiento
Media
Tamaño máximo de la colonia
Más de 10 000 obreras
Longevidad de la colonia
Sin dato verificado
Dieta
Semillas, Insectos

Actual size

Moneda de 1 €
23,25 mm
Reina
12,0 mm

Scale comparison. The queen is the largest individual in the colony.

How does the colony travel?

The colony travels in its test tube with a water reservoir, inside an insulated box and with a heat pack when needed. We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays so the package doesn't spend the weekend in a warehouse.

What if it's very cold or very hot?

We hold the shipment while your area is below 5°C or above 30°C, and we'll let you know beforehand. You can also request this yourself by checking "Hold my shipment until the weather is safe" when adding to cart.

What happens if it arrives dead?

Message us within 48 hours of delivery with photos or a video of the unopened package and its contents. We'll replace the colony on the next available shipment or refund you: your choice.

Can I release the ants into the wild if I give up the hobby?

No. Releasing ants into the wild is prohibited and a punishable offense under Spanish regulations on nature conservation and invasive alien species. Message us and we'll help you find a responsible solution.