Lasius flavus (2025)

A calm and beginner-friendly species, Lasius flavus is known for its golden-yellow colour and reliable growth. These ants are ideal for anyone from new hobbyists to experienced keepers looking to start a low-maintenance colony.

Each test tube colony includes 1 to 4 queens (select your preferred option), along with healthy brood.

🐜 Key Features:
• Choose from 1, 2, 3 or 4 queens
• All colonies contain brood
• Easy to care for and well-suited to standard ant-keeping setups
• Peaceful species, perfect for observation and growth
• Good development rate under normal room temperatures

These ants do great in simple setups like test tubes or acrylic nests, making them a solid choice for keepers who want a low-fuss species that still offers plenty to watch.

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