{"product_id":"pheidole-militicida","title":"Soldier Big-Headed Ants (Pheidole militicida)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"MW5IWV\" data-motion-part=\"BG_LAYER\" data-hook=\"bgLayers\" id=\"bgLayers_comp-kxrxckz91\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"13916\" data-end=\"13969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"13919\" data-end=\"13967\"\u003ePheidole militicida (Soldier Big-Headed Ant)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13971\" data-end=\"14228\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"13971\" data-end=\"13992\"\u003ePheidole militicida\u003c\/em\u003e is an energetic, desert-dwelling big-headed ant species known for its powerful soldiers and non-stop activity. Their colonies are bustling with life, filled with constant movement as majors and minors work together to maintain order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14230\" data-end=\"14462\"\u003eThis species is perfect for keepers who want a visually striking and behaviorally rich colony. The majors’ enormous heads and strong mandibles are a defining feature, while the minors handle foraging and brood care with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14464\" data-end=\"14616\"\u003eActive, hardy, and fast-growing, \u003cem data-start=\"14497\" data-end=\"14512\"\u003eP. militicida\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderful choice for intermediate keepers who enjoy watching a colony that’s always on the move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"14618\" data-end=\"14621\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"14623\" data-end=\"14645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14627\" data-end=\"14643\"\u003eSpecies Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14647\" data-end=\"14746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14647\" data-end=\"14659\"\u003eGeneral:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"14659\" data-end=\"14662\"\u003eDesert big-headed ant featuring large, powerful soldiers and coordinated foraging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14748\" data-end=\"14833\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14748\" data-end=\"14757\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"14757\" data-end=\"14760\"\u003eFeed \u003cstrong data-start=\"14765\" data-end=\"14789\"\u003ebyFormica Ant Nectar\u003c\/strong\u003e for sugars and small insects for protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14835\" data-end=\"14911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14835\" data-end=\"14851\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"14851\" data-end=\"14854\"\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"14863\" data-end=\"14874\"\u003e78–85°F\u003c\/strong\u003e with moderate humidity near brood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14913\" data-end=\"14984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14913\" data-end=\"14922\"\u003eNest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"14922\" data-end=\"14925\"\u003eSand or loam nests with secure lids and good ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14986\" data-end=\"15017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"14986\" data-end=\"14999\"\u003eDiapause:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"14999\" data-end=\"15002\"\u003eNot required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15019\" data-end=\"15083\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"15019\" data-end=\"15030\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"15030\" data-end=\"15033\"\u003eFast; colonies expand quickly under steady heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15085\" data-end=\"15136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"15085\" data-end=\"15100\"\u003eQueen size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 mm  \u003cstrong data-start=\"15111\" data-end=\"15127\"\u003eWorker size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–7 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"15138\" data-end=\"15141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15143\" data-end=\"15327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"15143\" data-end=\"15152\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e All ants for sale have a range where the species is native. Always check your local regulations before purchasing live ants.\u003cbr data-start=\"15277\" data-end=\"15280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"15280\" data-end=\"15298\"\u003eStates Native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arizona, New Mexico, Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americanantstore.com\/pages\/pheidole-ant-care-guide\"\u003ePheidole Ant Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americanantstore.com\/pages\/ant-feeding-guide\"\u003eAnt Feeding Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Ant Store","offers":[{"title":"1 queen","offer_id":46878391468290,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 queen 5-10 workers","offer_id":46878391501058,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 queen 25+ workers","offer_id":47093248917762,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 queen 50+ workers","offer_id":47289954435330,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/7024\/9474\/files\/PheidoleMiliticidaQueen.jpg?v=1764794593","url":"https:\/\/americanantstore.com\/products\/pheidole-militicida","provider":"American Ant Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}