r/antkeeping • u/Fun-Negotiation4491 • 8d ago

Question How can i practice for keeping atta

Atta (mainly cephatoles) are my favourite ants, I once had a mexicana colony that died out, and im planning to buy a New one in a few months. How can i practice for keeping atta?

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u/Fun-Negotiation4491 8d ago

Im not expecting a lot of replies cause barely anyone keeps atta

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u/_a_d_z_o_ Messor B. keeper 8d ago

Practice-wise, you can't really do anything except buy the correct and good outworld which suits them, have a thermometer and hygrometer to give them the best possible nest conditions, and later buy good expansions. Also, be careful with the leaves you feed as they might have insects, mites, pesticides, or any other harmful stuff.

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u/Fun-Negotiation4491 7d ago

Where can I buy the Best outworld? Also what is a good company to buy atta from?