Antlantis - Beginner Queen Ants and Ant Colony Collection

Start your ant-keeping journey with confidence through the Antlantis Beginner Collection—featuring hardy, easy-to-care-for species ideal for first-time keepers. This collection includes active and resilient seed-harvesters like Pogonomyrmex rugosus and Pogonomyrmex californicus, both known for their bold foraging behavior and rapid colony growth. You'll also find Camponotus fragilis, a gentle, balanced-growing carpenter ant that doesn’t require diapause, making it a lower-maintenance favorite. For those interested in calm, organized foragers, Veromessor andrei offers a stingless experience with fascinating group behavior. Every colony comes with a healthy queen and is selected to provide a rewarding, beginner-friendly ant-keeping experience. These species are perfect for learning the basics of colony care while enjoying unique traits that make each genus special. Whether you’re drawn to energetic harvesters or relaxed foragers, the Antlantis Beginner Collection has the perfect starter colony for you.