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How to Raise Ants
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the first thing you need to start an ant colony?
A) A queen ant
B) A worker ant
C) Ant larvae
D) A large nest
  • 2. What is the typical food source for a newly caught queen ant?
A) Insects
B) Ant jelly
C) Her wing muscles
D) Sugar water
  • 3. What type of enclosure is generally recommended for a starting ant colony?
A) Large ant farm
B) Wooden box
C) Test tube setup
D) Aquarium
  • 4. Why is it important to provide a water source for ants?
A) To regulate temperature
B) To prevent dehydration
C) To clean their nest
D) To build tunnels
  • 5. What is a good protein source for an established ant colony?
A) Seeds
B) Honey
C) Fruits
D) Insects
  • 6. What is a good carbohydrate source for an established ant colony?
A) Honey
B) Rocks
C) Insects
D) Sand
  • 7. How often should you feed an established ant colony?
A) 2-3 times per week
B) Only when they ask
C) Every day
D) Once a month
  • 8. What is the ideal temperature range for most ant species?
A) 30-40°F (-1-4°C)
B) 110-120°F (43-49°C)
C) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
D) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
  • 9. What is the purpose of hibernation (diapause) for ants?
A) To lay eggs
B) To hunt for food
C) To molt
D) To survive cold temperatures
  • 10. What temperature is suitable for ant hibernation?
A) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
B) 0-10°F (-18--12°C)
C) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
D) 40-50°F (4-10°C)
  • 11. What is a common nesting material for ants in captivity?
A) Glass
B) Plastic
C) Soil
D) Metal
  • 12. Why is ventilation important in an ant farm?
A) To prevent mold growth
B) To keep the ants warm
C) To prevent the ants from escaping
D) To make it easier to see the ants
  • 13. What is the role of worker ants in the colony?
A) Mating with the queen
B) Foraging and caring for the brood
C) Laying eggs
D) Defending the colony from themselves
  • 14. What is the role of the queen ant?
A) Defending the colony
B) Building the nest
C) Foraging for food
D) Laying eggs
  • 15. What is brood?
A) The queen ant
B) The ant nest
C) Worker ants
D) Ant larvae and pupae
  • 16. What does it mean if ants are constantly trying to escape?
A) They are happy and exploring
B) They are looking for a new queen
C) They are simply exercising
D) Their environment is unsuitable
  • 17. What is a common pest that can infest an ant colony?
A) Mites
B) Bees
C) Ladybugs
D) Butterflies
  • 18. How can you prevent mites from infesting your ant colony?
A) Keeping the colony too humid
B) Overfeeding the ants
C) Regular cleaning and proper ventilation
D) Introducing wild ants
  • 19. What is an outworld?
A) A foraging area outside the nest
B) A container for water
C) The queen's chamber
D) The hibernation area
  • 20. Why is it important to research your ant species?
A) To show off to friends
B) To make them do tricks
C) To provide appropriate care
D) Because all ants have the same needs
  • 21. What should you do if you find mold in your ant colony?
A) Ignore it
B) Spray it with insecticide
C) Introduce more ants
D) Clean the affected area thoroughly
  • 22. What is a nuptial flight?
A) When ants are hibernating.
B) When the ants move to a new nest.
C) When worker ants go foraging.
D) When new queens and males leave the nest to mate.
  • 23. How can you slow down the growth of an ant colony?
A) Reduce food and water supply
B) Increase the temperature
C) Provide more nesting space
D) Give them more protein
  • 24. What is a formicarium?
A) An artificial ant nest
B) A type of ant food
C) A water source
D) A type of ant
  • 25. How should you introduce new ants to an existing colony?
A) Slowly introduce them over several weeks
B) Give them a shared food source first
C) You generally shouldn't, it's very difficult
D) Just put them in the nest
  • 26. What is the pupal stage of an ant?
A) The larval stage
B) The egg stage
C) The adult stage
D) The stage before adulthood, similar to a chrysalis
  • 27. Why should you avoid using pesticides near your ant colony?
A) Pesticides make ants stronger
B) Pesticides are too expensive
C) Pesticides attract ants
D) They are harmful to ants
  • 28. What is a good way to identify an ant species?
A) Using a species identification guide
B) Asking your neighbor
C) Making up a name
D) Guessing based on color
  • 29. What type of substrate should be used for an ant species that likes to dig?
A) Clay
B) Sandy soil
C) Pure sand
D) Gravel
  • 30. How do you prevent escape when connecting a new nest to an existing one using tubing?
A) Just tape it together.
B) Use fluon or vaseline on the tubing.
C) Connect them permanently with glue.
D) Leave a small gap for ventilation.
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