Blue Pony queen colony = sparkly shine ant = (Rhytidoponera chalybaea)

This list is for 1 queen ant with 50 workers. no eggs, no larva, no cocoon. in winter time

Size: Small, 8-10mm Diet: suger water, proteins. farm: test tube farm or cement farm Suggested Experience: medium

red legs, red gaster tip and mandibles. Darker body segments shine a deep ocean blue when in good lighting conditions.

Easy to Care For – Perfect for Beginners! This species is low-maintenance and ideal even for those new to ant keeping.

Stunning Appearance! Under sunlight or good lighting, these ants display a mesmerizing, sparkling blue sheen.

Impressive Size! This is one of the largest ant species in New Zealand, measuring around 8-10mm. Check Photo 1 to see a size comparison with the common black house ant.

Blue Pony Ant (Rhytidoponera chalybaea) This is a unique and fascinating species, not only because of its dazzling blue color but also due to its gamergate system. What does this mean for the colony? Instead of having a queen, the colony is sustained by worker ...