The most obvious source of ants is the great outdoors. Ants live in most climates in almost all parts of the world with the exception of the extreme Northern and Southern Polar Regions. They are generally found in backyards, parks, deserts and mountains. Busy cities do not discourage ants as local ants are accustomed to […]

Like humans, ants need food to live. An effective nutritional substance for your own ant colony is a specially-prepared honey mix. This recipe needs the following ingredients: a half cup of honey, a half cup of water, and ¼ of a multi-vitamin or mineral tablet, crushed. Mix all the ingredients together, then store in the […]

When taking care of ants, it’s important to remember that, like wasps, they sting. The sting is located in the rear, so be particularly careful when handling that. Their venom can be quite potent, especially if you’re rearing fire ants and harvester ants. Carpenter ants actually secrete some form of acid, which is actually harmless, […]

Cleaning is also important if you want to keep your ants and your art farm in good condition. You have to periodically remove remains of old, accumulated food and other wastes so you can clearly observe your pets. To do this without disturbing the ants, use forceps. When handling ants, your best bet would be […]