got it for my partner who has been wanting to get into ant keeping. they were thrilled and the colony is doing amazing. The color on these is so nice in person
Camponotus sansabeanus (Southwestern Carpenter Ant)
Regular price
$70.00
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Camponotus sansabeanus (Southwestern Carpenter Ant)
Description
Camponotus sansabeanus (Bicolored Carpenter Ant)
Camponotus sansabeanus is a striking bicolored carpenter ant native to the southwestern and south-central United States. With a rich reddish body and a darker gaster, this species stands out among carpenter ants for sale and belongs to the well-known sansabeanus group of western carpenter ants. It is active, adaptable, and rewarding to keep.
Colonies are fully claustral and grow at the steady pace typical of Camponotus. Over time they develop a broad range of worker sizes and can become large, active colonies that forage readily and respond quickly to food. Their bold coloration makes them a beautiful display species.
C. sansabeanus is a good choice for beginner and intermediate keepers. It handles warm, dry conditions well, needs only a modest hydrated area in the nest, and thrives on a simple diet of sugars and insect protein. A short winter cooldown helps maintain a natural rhythm.
Each order is a healthy queen or founding colony, packed with care and shipped with our Live Arrival Guarantee. Native range: the southwestern and south-central United States.
Learn more: Carpenter Ant Care Guide | Ant Feeding Guide
Shipping Information
Shipping happens from Monday-Thursday via UPS Next Day Air. Flat Rate $24.99 Charge. From the moment your order is shipped you can expect to receive them no later than 12pm the following day!
Please note, orders take between 1 to 3 business days to process and ship. If you would like your order to be shipped the same day please email us at support@americanantstore.com with your order number as the subject line and the email text "SHIP TODAY". We will do our best to ensure it goes out the same day!
During the summer ants are shipped with an icepack at no additional charge. The same goes for shipments during winter with a heat pack!
Live Arrival Guarantee
Live Arrival Guarantee
Every colony we ship is backed by our Premium Live Arrival Guarantee. We pack with care so your ants arrive alive, healthy, and ready to thrive.
5-Day Health Guarantee
We proudly offer an industry-leading 5-day health guarantee on all colonies. If your queen or colony declines within this period, we will provide one complimentary replacement, no questions asked.
Simple, Hassle-Free Replacement Process
If an issue occurs, just send clear photo proof within 5 days of delivery and we’ll take care of the rest.
Email: support@americanantstore.com
Live Animal Responsibility
These are live animals. We are not responsible for ants left outside in extreme temperatures, including summer heat or winter cold, or for packages that sit unattended after delivery. Proper and prompt retrieval is essential for their safety.
Commitment to Quality
We take exceptional care in raising, packing, and shipping every colony, and we stand behind the quality of each queen or colony we send out.