2x 3D printed ant nest “founder´s nest”– simple– (designed by ASAMA)

The founder’s nest is for ant colonies that no longer fit into a test tube. We offer you two different versions of this ant nest. This is a simple version. In our shop you can also find a more naturalistic version.

The nest can be set up in two versions:

The ant nest has a simple design, is easy to get started with and is escape-proof when used correctly.

This ant nest is suitable for very small species like Pheidole pallidula as well as for large ant species like Iridomyrmex purpureus.

It is especially well suited for beginner species such as Lasius Niger, Myrmica Rubra, and Co.

Feeding in the nest is also possible, thanks to the large 14mm hole at the entrance of the nest, which can later be used for a direct hose connection. Nevertheless, we recommend feeding in an arena because of the better cleaning possibilities.

In the manual you will find more about the right cleaning technique for this nest.

We recommend to place an external heating above the nest (otherwise the view could be impaired by condensation water).

We also recommend to apply a plaster-clay mixture to the humidification wall (not included).

The instructions will be sent to your email address as a PDF file.