Butterfly School Package – Experience the wonder of nature in the classroom

Do you want to introduce children to the cycle of life in a wonderful and interactive way? The **Butterfly School Package** is one of the most popular educational nature projects for primary schools, childcare facilities (after-school care/daycare), childminders, and nature education. There is nothing more magical for a child than to daily follow the metamorphosis in the classroom: from a happily munching caterpillar to a spun cocoon, to the breathtaking moment when a real butterfly emerges!

Complete with physical life cycle models

This package makes biology lessons extra tangible. In addition to the breeding net, the package also contains **physical 3D models of the life cycle** (egg, caterpillar, pupa, and butterfly) and plastic model butterflies. This way, children can not only admire the different phases of metamorphosis in real life, but also hold and study the anatomy in advance in the classroom.

How does ordering caterpillars work? (March to September)

The school package itself is available directly from stock. In the box, you will find a **special coupon**. With this coupon, you can easily order the live caterpillars yourself from our specialized breeder in England at your desired time (you only pay a small contribution to the shipping costs). The breeder aims to send 10 caterpillars, with a guarantee that at least 7 caterpillars will be raised into healthy butterflies. The caterpillars come with all the necessary breeding food in their own breeding pot!

Reusable Butterfly Habitat (45 cm)

The included collapsible **45 cm Butterfly Habitat** is made of a fine-mesh, breathable netting that provides perfect ventilation and optimal viewing for students. After the butterflies hatch and are released, the habitat is easy to clean and reusable as a housing for other insects, such as ladybugs, praying mantises, or stick insects!

Contents of the Butterfly School Package:

• 1x Collapsible Butterfly Habitat (45 cm): Spacious, reusable, and fine-mesh breeding net
• 1x Coupon for the caterpillars: To be requested yourself from the breeder from March to September (excl. shipping costs)
• 1x Set of 3D Life Cycle Models: Physical models of egg, caterpillar, pupa, and butterfly
• Set of plastic model butterflies: For additional support during the lesson
• 1x Feeding pipette: For feeding the emerged butterflies with sugar water or nectar
• 1x Clear A4 lesson plan: Simple guide and instructions for teacher or supervisor
• 30x Reward stickers: Cheerful stickers to hand out in the classroom (more available on request)

Project progression in brief:

1. Caterpillar phase: The caterpillars eat the provided food from their breeding pot and grow quickly.
2. Pupation: The caterpillars hang under the lid and transform into shiny cocoons.
3. Emergence & Release: Place the cocoons in the 45 cm habitat. After emergence, observe and feed the butterflies for a few days, after which the class festively releases them into nature!

Give the children an unforgettable experience and transform your classroom into a real nature museum. Order the Butterfly School Package today from Mierenboerderij!

Moisture Squeeze Bottle (100 ml) – Targeted and quick moistening without spilling

Maintaining proper humidity levels in the nest is essential for the health of ants, small reptiles, and tropical insects. With this **100 ml plastic squeeze bottle**, you can dispense the exact right amount of water. The narrow, curved nozzle allows you to precisely target humidification chambers, sponges, or gypsum structures, without disturbing the peace in the enclosure.

Maximum control over watering

The flexible wall of the squeeze bottle responds immediately to light pressure from your fingers. This allows you to administer water drop by drop or in a small, controlled stream. With a capacity of 100 ml, this bottle offers a little more reserve, making it ideal if you need to care for multiple nests or quickly provide moisture to larger areas.

Handy size for daily use

The bottle fits very comfortably in the hand, and its slim design allows you to easily maneuver around tubes, outworlds, and connectors of your ant farm.

Key advantages at a glance:

• Precise dosing: The narrow nozzle ensures you can water very specifically in small openings.
• Easy operation: Light pressure on the flexible bottle provides direct control over the water stream.
• Good capacity (100 ml): Sufficient content for multiple humidification rounds without refilling.
• Clean & Spill-free: Prevents water from spilling onto the acrylic or glass of your formicarium.

Suitable for humidifying:

• Gypsum nests, 3D nests, acrylic nests, and Ytong formicariums
• Outworlds, sand/loam substrates, and sponges
• Terrariums for spiders, praying mantises, and other insects

Product specifications:

• Capacity: 100 ml
• Nozzle type: Narrow, curved dosing nozzle
• Material: Flexible, durable plastic

Make humidifying your nests easier and more precise than ever. Order this handy 100 ml squeeze bottle today and keep your colony in top condition!

Moisture Squeeze Bottle (250 ml) – Extra capacity for quick and precise humidification

Maintaining the correct humidity in the nest is crucial for a healthy ant colony or terrarium setup. This **250 ml plastic squeeze bottle** combines a generous capacity with maximum precision. The narrow, curved nozzle allows you to direct the water stream exactly into the humidification chambers or corners of the formicarium, without disturbing the colony's peace.

Ideal for larger breeding setups

Thanks to its quarter-liter capacity, this version is extremely suitable for ant keepers with multiple colonies, large plaster and Ytong nests, or extensive terrarium setups. You can provide a complete breeding setup with the necessary hydration in one round. The flexible wall of the bottle responds smoothly to hand pressure, giving you full control over the amount of water: from a few precise drops to a gentle, steady stream.

Sturdy and manageable size

With a total height of approximately 28 cm (including nozzle) and a diameter of about 7 cm, this bottle stands firmly on your workbench yet feels comfortable in your hand during dispensing.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Generous capacity (250 ml): Perfect for humidifying multiple nests without refilling.
• Targeted dispensing nozzle: Easily reaches small filling openings, tubes, and tricky corners.
• Full control: Light pressure immediately delivers the right amount of water.
• Mess-free operation: Prevents excess water on glass, acrylic, or the outside world.

Suitable for humidifying:

• Medium to large plaster nests, 3D nests, acrylic nests, and Ytong formicariums
• Outworlds, sand/loam substrates, sponges, and coco coir
• Large terrariums for spiders, reptiles, praying mantises, and amphibians

Product specifications:

• Capacity: 250 ml (quarter liter)
• Total height: Approx. 28 cm (including nozzle)
• Diameter: Approx. 7 cm
• Nozzle type: Narrow, curved dispensing nozzle
• Material: Flexible and durable plastic

Make the care of your breeding setup efficient and precise. Order this 250 ml squeeze bottle today and effortlessly keep your nests at the ideal moisture level!

Moisture Squeeze Bottle (500 ml) – Maximum Capacity for Efficient and Targeted Humidification

Maintaining the correct humidity in the nest is crucial for a healthy ant colony or terrarium setup. This **500 ml plastic squeeze bottle** is the largest model in the series, combining substantial capacity with surgical precision. Through its narrow, curved nozzle, you can direct the water stream exactly into the humidification chambers or corners of the formicarium, without disturbing the peace within the colonies.

Maximum Efficiency for Large-Scale Breeding

Thanks to its generous half-liter capacity, this version is the ultimate choice for experienced ant keepers with a large collection of colonies, extensive gypsum and Ytong nests, or complete breeding racks. You can effortlessly hydrate your entire collection without constantly returning to the tap. The bottle's flexible wall responds smoothly to hand pressure, giving you complete control over the amount of water: from a few precise drops to a steady stream for larger reservoirs.

Sturdy and Convenient to Use

With a total height of approximately 28 cm (including nozzle) and a diameter of about 7 cm, this bottle has a solid base that won't easily tip over on your workbench, while remaining very comfortable to hold during dispensing.

Key Advantages at a Glance:

• Maximum capacity (500 ml): Perfect for humidifying a large number of nests without refilling.
• Targeted dosing nozzle: Easily reaches into small filling openings, tubes, and awkward corners.
• Full control: Light pressure on the bottle immediately dispenses the correct amount of water.
• Mess-free operation: Prevents excess water on glass, acrylic, or the outside world.

Suitable for humidifying:

• Large gypsum nests, 3D nests, acrylic nests, and Ytong formicariums
• Outworlds, sand/loam substrates, sponges, and coconut substrate
• Extensive terrariums for spiders, reptiles, praying mantises, and amphibians

Product Specifications:

• Capacity: 500 ml (half liter)
• Total height: Approx. 28 cm (including nozzle)
• Diameter: Approx. 7 cm
• Nozzle type: Narrow, curved dosing nozzle
• Material: Flexible and durable plastic

Make the maintenance of your entire breeding collection as easy and quick as possible. Order this 500 ml squeeze bottle today and effortlessly keep all your nests at the ideal moisture level!

Moisture Squeeze Bottle (70 ml) – Targeted and Fast Humidification Without Spills

Maintaining a healthy moisture balance in the nest is essential for ants, small reptiles, and tropical insects. With this **70 ml plastic squeeze bottle**, you can dispense precisely the right amount of water. The narrow, curved nozzle allows you to target humidification chambers, sponges, or plaster structures very specifically, without disturbing the peace in the enclosure.

Maximum Control Over Watering

The flexible wall of the squeeze bottle responds directly to light pressure from your fingers. This allows you to dispense water either drop by drop or in a small, controlled stream. This makes the bottle ideal for accurately humidifying small nests as well as quickly providing sufficient moisture to larger surfaces.

Compact Size for Handy Use

With a total height of approximately 13 cm (including the nozzle) and a diameter of about 3 cm, this bottle fits very comfortably in the hand. The compact size ensures easy maneuvering around hoses, outworlds, and connectors of your ant farm.

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• Precise Dosing: The narrow nozzle allows you to water very precisely into small openings.
• Easy Operation: Light pressure on the flexible bottle gives direct control over the water stream.
• Compact & Handy: Easily fits with any breeding setup or workspace.
• Clean & Spill-Free: Prevents spilling water over the acrylic or glass of your formicarium.

Suitable for Humidifying:

• Plaster nests, 3D nests, acrylic nests, and Ytong formicariums
• Outworlds, sand/loam substrates, and sponges
• Small terrariums for spiders, praying mantises, and other insects

Product Specifications:

• Capacity: 70 ml
• Total height: Approx. 13 cm (including nozzle)
• Diameter / Cross-section: Approx. 3 cm
• Nozzle type: Narrow, curved dosing nozzle
• Material: Flexible, durable plastic

Make humidifying your nests easier and more accurate than ever. Add this handy 70 ml squeeze bottle to your shopping cart today!

Nutrition Set Deluxe – The ultimate all-in-one care package

Do you want to offer your ant colony the very best care without compromise? With the **Nutrition Set Deluxe**, you get the most complete combination of high-quality nutrition and smart accessories. Whether it's quick energy for the active workers, long-lasting food for holidays, or proteins for the queen's egg-laying: with this set, you serve your ants a varied top menu every day.

Contents of this luxury nutrition set:

• Full-color instructions for feeding your ants: You will receive a small full-color flyer with clear information and handy tips on care.
• Feeding Tray Deluxe: A convenient 3-compartment feeding station with engraved letters (H, S, F). Prevents spilled liquids or insect remains from contaminating the outside world.
• Handy Pipette: For extremely precise and controlled dispensing of liquids such as sugar water and honeydew onto the tray.
• Non-flying Fruit Flies (20-50 pieces): The ideal protein source for the queen and the development of larvae. Easy and safe to feed.
• Ready-to-use Sugar Water (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Directly usable carbohydrates for the daily energy of the workers.
• Honeydew Substitute (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Our own recipe, packed with natural sugars, minerals, and amino acids. Extensively tested and used by Antfarm.
• Gelly Nutritional Gel (2 ml in tube): Firm 2-in-1 nutrition and hydration. Does not dry out quickly and is the perfect carefree backup during holidays!

Maximum hygiene and ease of use

Thanks to the included Feeding Tray Deluxe and the dosing pipette, feeding your ants becomes a breeze. You serve the complete menu neatly in one fixed spot, keeping the outworld fresh and clean.

Storage advice: Store sugar water, honeydew, and possibly some of the fruit flies in the freezer to optimally preserve nutritional value and freshness for several months. Other products can be stored at room temperature.

Do you have Harvester Ants (such as Messor barbarus or Pheidole)? These species also collect seeds to make 'ant bread'. In that case, choose our Nutrition Set Deluxe Seeds, which also includes our proven seed mixture!

Key benefits at a glance:

• Most complete package: Contains all conceivable food sources (proteins, sugars, amino acids & gelly).
• Includes luxury feeding station & pipette: Keeps the arena clean and makes dosing very easy.
• Includes handy care flyer: Immediate clear instructions for feeding.
• Ideal for holidays: Thanks to the long-lasting Gelly, your ants are never without food.

Suitable for the care of:

• All ant species (such as Messor barbarus harvester ants (excluding seed mixture), Lasius niger, Camponotus, Formica, Myrmica etc.)

Spoil your ants with the best care and enjoy a clean, active colony. Order the Nutrition Set Deluxe today!

Deluxe Seed Food Set – The ultimate all-in-one package for Harvester Ants (Messor)

Do you want to offer your seed-collecting ants the very best care and variety? With the **Deluxe Food Set including seeds**, you get the most comprehensive combination of high-quality nutrition and convenient accessories. Harvester ants (such as Messor barbarus) need not only seeds for their 'ant bread' but also sugars for energy, proteins for the queen's egg-laying, and moisture. With this luxurious set, you can treat your colony to a varied top menu daily on a sleek and clean feeding station.

Contents of this luxury food set with seeds:

• Full-color instructions for feeding your ants: You will receive a small full-color flyer with clear information and helpful tips on care.
• Special Seed Mix (>20 types): Our own specially formulated mix of fine grass and bird seeds. Tested and proven in our own breeding on millions of ants!
• Deluxe Feeding Tray: A convenient 3-compartment feeding station with engraved letters (H, S, F). Prevents spilled liquids or insect remains from contaminating the outworld.
• Handy Pipette: For extremely precise and controlled dosing of liquids such as sugar water and honeydew onto the tray.
• Non-flying Fruit Flies (20-50 pieces): The ideal protein source for the queen and the development of the larvae. Easy and safe to feed.
• Ready-to-use Sugar Water (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Directly usable carbohydrates for the daily energy of the workers.
• Honeydew Surrogate (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Our own recipe, packed with natural sugars, minerals, and amino acids. Extensively tested and used by Mierenboerderij.
• Gelly Food Gel (2 ml in tube): Solid 2-in-1 nutrition and hydration. Does not dry out quickly and is the perfect worry-free backup during holidays!

Maximum hygiene and ease of use

Thanks to the included Deluxe Feeding Tray and dosing pipette, feeding your ants becomes a breeze. You serve the complete menu clearly in one fixed spot, keeping the outworld fresh and clean.

Storage advice: Store the sugar water, honeydew, and possibly a portion of the fruit flies in the freezer to optimally preserve their nutritional values and freshness for several months. The seeds and gelly can be stored at room temperature.

Key benefits at a glance:

• 100% All-in-One Package for Harvester Ants: Contains all conceivable food sources and our proven seed mix.
• Includes luxury feeding station & pipette: Keeps the arena clean and makes dosing incredibly easy.
• Includes handy care flyer: Direct clear instructions for feeding.
• Ideal for holidays: Thanks to the long-lasting Gelly and seed supplies, your ants will never run out of food.

Suitable for the care of:

• All Messor species (such as Messor barbarus, Messor structor, Messor capitatus)
• Pheidole species (such as Pheidole pallidula)
• Other seed-collecting ant species

Please note: Species such as Lasius niger (black garden ant) or Camponotus do not eat seeds. For those species, we recommend our regular Deluxe Food Set.

Indulge your harvester ants with the most complete care available. Order the Deluxe Seed Food Set today!

Ant Food Set – The ideal starter kit for a healthy colony

Caring for an ant colony begins with proper nutrition. A balanced diet is essential: adult worker ants need sugars for their daily energy, while the queen ant and growing larvae cannot do without proteins. With this **Ant Food Set**, you get the perfect combination of building blocks and fuel all at once. Suitable for almost all ant species!

Contents of this complete food set:

• Non-flying Fruit Flies (20-50 pieces): The ideal protein source. Necessary for the queen to lay eggs and for the larvae to grow into healthy worker ants. Because they cannot fly, they are extremely easy to feed.
• Ready-to-use Sugar Water (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Directly usable carbohydrates for the active worker ants. Safe and mess-free to offer on the included cotton ball.
• Honeydew Surrogate (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Our own recipe, packed with natural sugars, minerals, and amino acids. Extensively tested by Mierenboerderij and used for our own breeding!
• Full-color instructions for feeding your ants: You will receive a small full-color flyer with information about the care.

Easy to use & long-lasting freshness

Both the sugar water and the honeydew are supplied in convenient test tubes including a separate dosing cotton ball. This allows you to easily apply a drop to a feeding dish without the ants being able to drown.

Storage advice: Store the honeydew and, if necessary, a portion of the fruit flies in the freezer to optimally preserve nutritional values and freshness for several months.

Do you have Harvester Ants (such as Messor barbarus or Pheidole)? These species also collect seeds to make 'ant bread'. In that case, choose our Set including seeds, which also includes our proven seed mix!

Key benefits at a glance:

• All-in-one package: Contains all basic elements (proteins + sugars + amino acids) for successful breeding.
• 100% Safe: Includes cotton ball to prevent drowning.
• Our own proven recipe: Includes our exclusive and tested honeydew.
• Long shelf life: Sufficient food to care for a fledgling colony for months.

Suitable for caring for:

• All ant species (such as Messor barbarus (excluding necessary seeds), Lasius niger, Camponotus, Formica, Myrmica etc.)

Give your ants the best start and watch your colony grow by leaps and bounds.

Seed Food Set - The all-in-one package for Harvester Ants (Messor)

Caring for seed-collecting ants requires a specific diet. Harvester ants (such as Messor barbarus) not only need sugars and proteins but also make seeds their main food source: the so-called 'ant bread'. With this **Seed Food Set**, you get the complete combination of building blocks, fuel, and seed supplies all at once. Specially formulated for the ideal growth of your colony!

Contents of this complete food package:

• Special Seed Mix (>20 varieties): Our own specially formulated mix of fine grass and bird seeds. Perfectly adapted to the mandibles of both small and large workers (majors). Tested and proven in our own breeding with millions of ants!
• Non-flying Fruit Flies (20-50 pieces): The ideal protein source. Necessary for the queen to lay eggs and for the larvae to grow. Very easy to feed without the risk of escape.
• Ready-to-use Sugar Water (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Directly usable carbohydrates for active workers. Safe and mess-free to offer on the included cotton ball.
• Honeydew Substitute (2 ml in tube + separate cotton ball): Our own recipe, packed with natural sugars, minerals, and amino acids. Extensively tested by Antfarm and used for our own breeding!
• Full-color instructions for feeding your ants: You will receive a small full-color flyer with information about care.
  

Easy to use & long-lasting freshness

The sugar water and honeydew are delivered in convenient test tubes, including a separate dosing cotton ball. This allows you to apply a controlled drop to a feeding dish without the ants being able to drown. The seeds can be offered directly on a plate or in the outworld.

Storage advice: Store the sugar water, honeydew, and possibly a portion of the fruit flies in the freezer to optimally preserve their nutritional value and freshness for several months. The seeds can be stored at room temperature.

Key benefits at a glance:

• 100% Complete for Harvester Ants: Contains seeds, proteins, sugars, and amino acids in one package.
• Includes our proven seed mix: More than 20 varieties of seeds that our own breeding has thrived on for years.
• Safe to use: Includes dosing material to prevent drowning.
• Long shelf life: Sufficient food to sustain a nascent colony for up to a year.

Suitable for caring for:

• All Messor species (such as Messor barbarus, Messor structor, Messor capitatus)
• Pheidole species (such as Pheidole pallidula)
• Other seed-collecting ant species

Please note: Species such as Lasius niger (black garden ant) or Camponotus do not eat seeds. For these species, we recommend our standard Food Set (without seeds).

Give your harvester ants exactly what they need for a full pantry. Order the Seed Food Set today!

Feeding Tray – Clean, organized, and hygienic feeding in the outworld

Keeping the outworld clean is essential for a healthy ant colony. Residues of sugar water, honeydew, or insects lying directly on the formicarium floor can quickly mold or severely soil the substrate. With this **practical Feeding Tray**, you can offer all types of food neatly, clearly, and hygienically.

Clever recess for controlled feeding

The tray features a round recess (1 cm diameter) where you can easily place a drop of sugar water, honeydew, gelly, or a small insect. Thanks to its compact dimensions, the tray fits effortlessly into any outworld or arena from our range. Is the meal finished? Then you can easily remove the plastic tray to rinse and reuse it.

Important safety tip for liquid food: When offering sugar water or honeydew in the recess, always use a small tuft of cotton! Soak the cotton in the liquid. This way, ants can drink safely and in a controlled manner without getting stuck or drowning in the drop.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Clean & Hygienic: Prevents liquids and prey from contaminating the outworld floor.
• Convenient recess: Keeps liquids, gels, and snacks neatly in one fixed spot.
• Universally fitting: Compact design that can be placed in any Ant Farm outworld.
• Easy to clean: Fully rinsable and durably reusable.

Suitable for offering:

• Sugar water and Honeydew (in combination with cotton)
• Gelly feeding gels and fruit jelly
• Small feeder insects and insect pieces
• Protein powders and dry food

Product specifications:

• Length: 3.2 cm
• Width: 1.5 cm
• Height: 0.5 cm
• Recess diameter: 1.0 cm
• Recess depth: 0.3 cm
• Material: Durable and easy-to-clean plastic

Keep your ant farm's habitat organized, fresh, and clean. 

Nutrition Plateau Deluxe – The ultimate all-in-one feeding station

A varied diet is the key to a fast-growing and healthy ant colony. With the **Nutrition Plateau Deluxe**, you serve your worker ants a complete menu in one clear station. This luxurious plateau features three separate indentations, specially designed to offer ants' three main food sources simultaneously.

Clearly labelled for optimal overview

To make feeding even clearer, a distinct letter is placed above each indentation indicating which food belongs in it:

• H (Honeydew): For natural nectar and essential amino acids.
• S (Sugar water): For the rapid energy supply of active worker ants.
• F (Fruit flies / Proteins): For the proteins the queen and larvae need.

Thanks to its thoughtful size of 5 by 2 cm, this luxurious plateau fits into almost any arena and outworld from our assortment (note: does not fit in the small feeding dish). Is the meal finished? You can easily remove the plastic plateau to rinse it under the tap and reuse it.

Important safety tip for liquid food: When offering liquids (such as sugar water and honeydew) in the compartments, always use a small tuft of cotton! Saturate the cotton with the liquid. This way, ants can drink safely without getting stuck or drowning.

Key advantages at a glance:

• All-in-one menu: Serve honeydew, sugar water, and insects clearly in one place.
• Clear indication: Equipped with engraved letters (H, S, F) for the correct food source.
• Clean & Hygienic: Prevents spilled liquids or insect remains from contaminating the arena.
• Easy to clean: Durable plastic, easily rinsable, and infinitely reusable.
• Universally fitting: Suitable for almost all outworlds and arenas.

Suitable for simultaneously offering:

• Honeydew (compartment H, with cotton)
• Sugar water (compartment S, with cotton)
• Fruit flies, small feeder insects, and protein powders (compartment F)

Product specifications:

• Length: 5.0 cm
• Width: 2.0 cm
• Height: 0.5 cm
• Depth of openings: 0.25 cm
• Number of compartments: 3 indentations (labelled H, S, F)
• Material: Durable and easy-to-clean plastic

Make the daily care of your ant farm easier and more streamlined than ever. Order the Nutrition Plateau Deluxe today!

Fruit Fly Culture Medium – The nutritious base for your own breeding

A successful fruit fly culture depends on the quality of the culture medium. Fruit fly larvae need a rich, moist, and energy-rich environment to develop quickly. This **specially formulated culture medium mix** offers precisely the right balance of carbohydrates and nutrients for a maximum yield of fresh fruit flies!

Easy to prepare & precisely measured

The sachet contains approximately 50 grams of dry culture mix, which is exactly the right amount for setting up **1 complete breeding jar**. You can prepare the culture medium in no time:

• Step 1: Mix the powder in the breeding jar with lukewarm water.
• Step 2: Stir well until a firm, but not too liquid, mass is formed (the substance should resemble thick yogurt).
• Step 3: Place a portion of wood wool or cardboard shreds at the bottom for climbing space and egg-laying.
• Step 4: Add at least 50 (non-flying) fruit flies as a starting population and place the jar in a pleasant, warm place.

Important note regarding loose components: When assembling a culture with loose components, we unfortunately cannot guarantee the eventual functioning and yield. Do you want guaranteed exact proportions and a carefree culture? Then choose our complete Fruit fly breeding kit or the Breeding Kit Refill!

Key advantages at a glance:

• Perfect portion: 50-gram sachet, precisely measured for 1 breeding jar.
• Packed with nutrients: Ensures rapid larval development and a high yield.
• Easy to mix: Simply mix with warm water until the correct consistency is achieved.
• Clean & Fresh: Long shelf life in dry powder form until you set up the culture.

Product specifications:

• Content: approx. 50 grams (powder form)
• Suitable for: Setting up 1 fruit fly breeding jar
• Application: Culture medium for fruit fly breeding (Drosophila)

Effortlessly breed your own fresh supply of protein for your ant farm. Order the culture medium mix today!

Leaf Insect Nymph (Phyllium sp.) – The ultimate master of camouflage!

Are you looking for one of the most fascinating insects in the world? The Leaf Insect (Phyllium sp.) is an absolute eye-catcher in the terrarium. With their flat, oval green bodies, subtly mimicked leaf veins, and serrated legs, these animals are almost indistinguishable from a real ragged leaf. Even their only defense is purely based on camouflage: when in danger, they remain perfectly still and 'play dead'!

Development from tiny 'spider' to beautiful leaf

The development of a Leaf Insect is a wondrous process. When the nymphs first hatch from the egg, they are reddish-brown in color and resemble small spiders in their movement. As soon as they start feeding on fresh leaves, they gradually turn bright green. It takes almost a year and 8 molting stages before the animals are fully grown.

Simple Feeding: Fresh Bramble Leaves

The main diet of the Leaf Insect consists of bramble leaves, possibly supplemented with rose or oak leaves. Place the bramble branches in a small jam jar with water (with holes in the lid) to prevent nymphs or eggs from falling into the water. This keeps the leaves wonderfully fresh for 1 to 2 weeks. Always ensure that the leaves are 100% pesticide-free!

Housing and Handling Tips

A group of about five adult specimens needs a terrarium of at least **20 x 20 x 30 cm** (L x W x H) with good ventilation. They thrive well at room temperature (20 °C to 25 °C). Because young nymphs are very delicate, it's best to carefully move them using a spoon or let them crawl onto your hand when cleaning.

Virgin Reproduction (Parthenogenesis)

In captivity, females primarily reproduce *parthenogenetically* (virginally). This means that the unfertilized eggs laid will hatch after 5 to 6 months, exclusively producing female nymphs. A beautiful, natural process that is easy to maintain!

Key advantages at a glance:

• Incredible Camouflage: Indistinguishable from a real green leaf.
• Simple Feeding: Thrives excellently on readily available bramble leaves.
• Calm & Defenseless: Cannot bite, sting, or scratch.
• Room Temperature: Easy to keep between 20 °C and 25 °C.
• Home-bred: Healthy, strong nymphs bred directly by the breeder.

Product specifications:

• Species: Phyllium sp. (Leaf Insect / Giant Leaf)
• Quantity: 1 nymph
• Food: Bramble leaf (main food), rose leaf, oak leaf
• Temperature: 20 °C - 25 °C (room temperature)
• Humidity: Relatively dry with limited misting (drinks from fresh moist leaves)
• Recommended enclosure: Minimum 20x20x40 cm (well-ventilated)
• Origin: Home-bred

Bring a masterpiece of nature into your home. Order the Leaf Insect nymph.

Stick Insect School Pack – Educational and Interactive in the Classroom

Do you want to introduce children to nature, biology, and the wonderful world of insects in an enthusiastic, hands-on way? Our **Stick Insect School Pack** is specially designed for primary schools, childcare organizations (out-of-school care/daycare), childminders, and nature education centers. Stick insects are calm, fascinating, and extremely easy to care for animals. They don't bite, don't make noise, and show children up close every day how fantastically nature can camouflage itself!

Complete BioDome insect terrarium for optimal observation

The heart of the pack is the professional, glass **BioDome insect terrarium (20x20x34 cm)**. This enclosure is specially designed with the height stick insects need to safely shed their skin. The sliding glass panel at the front and the removable, metal ventilation grille ensure that the teacher and children can easily clean the enclosure and provide fresh ivy or blackberry leaves.

All-in-one educational experience

With this pack, you can get started immediately. In addition to the high-quality terrarium and 3 healthy nymphs (young stick insects), you will receive a handy instruction leaflet (A4-leaflet) that allows any teacher or supervisor to get started immediately without any prior knowledge. To complete the fun in the classroom, the pack contains no less than 30 cheerful insect stickers to hand out to the students!

Contents of the Stick Insect School Pack:

• 3x Stick Insect Nymphs: Healthy, young animals that grow up in the classroom
• 1x Professional BioDome Insect Terrarium (20x20x34 cm), white, brown or green: Durable plexiglass enclosure with excellent triple cross-ventilation
• 1x Plant Sprayer: To easily provide the necessary drinking droplets and humidity
• 1x Instructional Lesson Letter (A4-leaflet): Clear explanation and care tips for the teacher or supervisor
• 30x Reward Stickers: Fun stickers for all children in the class or group

Classroom Care – Simple & Accessible

Caring for stick insects only takes a few minutes per week. They mainly eat leaves from blackberry bushes, ivy (Hedera), or roses. With the included sprayer, you lightly mist the plants so that the animals can drink the water droplets. Ideal for giving children the responsibility as 'class caretaker' in turns!

Terrarium Specifications:

• Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 34 cm (L x W x H)
• Material: High-quality cut glass with metal ventilation grille
• Access: Convenient sliding glass panel at the front
• Ventilation: Optimal triple cross-ventilation (prevents mold)
• Decoration: Substrate and (artificial) plants can be ordered separately to your taste

Turn your classroom into a real discovery center and order the Stick Insect School Pack today from Mierenboerderij!

Ant's Kingdom Heating Cable (1 meter heated / 5 Watt) – Targeted & safe heat

For breeding and caring for ants, stick insects, praying mantises, and other reptiles or insects, a stable temperature is essential. The **Ant's Kingdom heating cable** offers the perfect solution as a local heat source for your ant farm, vivarium, or terrarium. By attaching the cable under or to the side of the enclosure, the environment is heated gradually, controlled, and with very low energy consumption (only 5 Watts).

Flexible, pliable, and ready to use

Unlike stiff cables, this heating cable does not require preheating to become pliable. Thanks to its high-quality silicone outer casing, the cable can be easily bent straight out of the packaging and laid in any desired pattern. This allows you to apply heat exactly where your ant colony or insects need it most.

Maximum safety & Water resistant (IP67)

Safety comes first. The heating cable is double insulated and has an **IP67 rating**, meaning it is dust-tight and excellently splash-proof. The cable has a total length of 1.5 meters: the first 50 cm serves as a connection cable to the molded plug, and the last meter is the actual heating element (clearly identifiable by a marking on the cable).

Advantages of the Ant's Kingdom Heating Cable:

• Energy efficient: Uses only 5 Watts of power.
• Ready for immediate use: Includes molded plug and pliable silicone cable.
• Strong & Durable: Excellent UV-resistant, dust-tight, and water-repellent (IP67).
• Excellent to regulate: Perfectly combinable with dimmers, rod thermostats, and digital temperature controllers.

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Ant colonies (ant farms)
• Stick insects and leaf insects
• Praying mantises
• Other tropical insects, reptiles, and amphibians

Product specifications:

• Heated length: 1 meter (total cable length 1.5 meters)
• Power: 5 Watt
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Safety class: IP67 (electronically safe, water-resistant)
• Color: White

Installation tip: When using underfloor heating, always place your terrarium or ant farm on small feet or spacers, so that the accumulated heat can dissipate properly from under the enclosure.

Ensure the ideal living environment for your animals. Order the Ant's Kingdom heating cable (1 meter / 5W) today at Mierenboerderij!

Flexible Heat Cable 10 meters (80W) – 100% Waterproof & Safe for large setups

For the successful breeding and care of ants, stick insects, praying mantises, reptiles, and other tropical insects on a larger scale, a stable temperature is essential. This **10-meter long heating cable (80 Watt)** offers the perfect solution as a powerful heat source for large terrariums, vivariums, racks, or multiple ant farms simultaneously. The cable consists of a 1-meter connection cord and a 9-meter effective heated element.

Extra length, flexible and easy to lay

Unlike many stiff heating cables, this silicone heat cable does not require preheating to become flexible. With a heated length of 9 meters, the cable is easy to bend directly out of the packaging and can be looped into any desired pattern or through multiple racks. This allows you to distribute heat very precisely and easily create different temperature zones over a larger area.

Maximum Safety & Fully Waterproof (IP68)

When heating humid environments or larger breeding setups, safety is paramount. This cable features a double insulation layer and has a **vulcanized connection with an IP68 rating**. This means the cable is 100% waterproof and dustproof, making it safe to use in damp soils, under substrates, or in areas with high humidity. With the molded plug, the cable is ready for direct use with mains power.

Advantages of the 10-meter (80W) Heat Cable:

• 100% Waterproof (IP68): Vulcanized connection, safe in humid conditions and soil.
• Powerful & Wide range: 80 Watt power with 9 meters of effectively heated cable.
• Immediately flexible: No preheating needed, easy to lay in any desired shape.
• Durable material: The silicone outer wall is extremely strong, durable, and excellent UV-resistant.
• Excellent adjustability: Perfect for combination with dimmers, rod thermostats, and digital clock thermostats.

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Ant colonies (acrylic nests, plaster nests, and large racks)
• Stick insects and leaf insects
• Praying mantises
• Reptiles, amphibians, and other tropical insects

Product specifications:

• Total cable length: 10 meters
• Heated length: 9 meters (1 meter connection cable)
• Power: 80 Watt
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Safety class: IP68 (100% waterproof, dustproof, and electronically safe)
• Insulation: Double insulated silicone outer wall
• Connection: Ready-to-use with molded plug

Installation tip: Always place your terrariums or ant farms on small spacers or feet when using underfloor heating, so that any accumulated heat under the glass or acrylic can dissipate properly. With a power of 80 Watt, we recommend using a thermostat or dimmer for accurate temperature control.

Create the ideal temperature for your animals.

Flexible Heating Cable (4 meters) – 100% Waterproof & Safe for Your Enclosure

For the successful breeding and care of ants, stick insects, praying mantises, reptiles, and other tropical insects, a stable temperature is essential. This **4-meter long heating cable** offers the perfect solution as a local or uniform heat source for your terrarium, vivarium, or ant farm setup. By attaching the cable under or against the enclosure, the environment is heated gradually, controllably, and energy-efficiently.

Flexible, Pliable, and Immediately Layable

Unlike many stiff heating cables, this silicone heating cable does not require preheating to become pliable. Straight out of the box, the cable can be easily bent and laid in any desired loop or pattern. This allows you to distribute heat very precisely across multiple enclosures or create a clear thermal gradient within one larger terrarium.

Maximum Safety & Completely Waterproof (IP68)

When heating humid environments, safety is paramount. This cable features a double insulation layer and has a **vulcanized connection with an IP68 rating**. This means the cable is 100% waterproof and dustproof, making it safe for use in moist soils, under substrates, or in environments with high humidity. With the molded plug, the cable is ready for immediate use with mains power.

Advantages of the 4-meter Heating Cable:

• 100% Waterproof (IP68): Vulcanized connection, safe in humid conditions and soil.
• Immediately Pliable: No preheating needed, easy to lay in any desired shape.
• Durable Material: The silicone outer casing is extremely strong, durable, and excellent UV-resistant.
• Excellent Controllability: Perfectly combinable with dimmers, rod thermostats, and digital clock thermostats.

Suitable for the breeding and care of:

• Ant colonies (acrylic nests, plaster nests, and large setups)
• Stick insects and leaf insects
• Praying mantises
• Reptiles, amphibians, and other tropical insects

Product Specifications:

• Cable Length: 4 meters
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Safety Class: IP68 (100% waterproof, dustproof, and electronically safe)
• Insulation: Double insulated silicone outer casing
• Connection: Ready-to-use with molded plug

Mounting Tip: When using bottom heating, always place your terrarium or ant farm on small spacers or feet so that any accumulated heat under the glass or acrylic can dissipate properly.

Create the ideal temperature for your animals. Order the flexible 4-meter heating cable today from Antfarm!

Terramat Heat Mat (100x150 mm / 2.5W) – Ideal heat source for your ant colony

A stable and pleasant temperature is one of the most important factors for the rapid and healthy development of an ant colony or insect population. The **Terramat heat mat** is the most well-known and purchased heating mat worldwide for ant farms, terrariums, insectariums, and vivariums. Thanks to its even heat distribution, the nest or substrate is heated gradually and in a very controlled manner.

Faster colony development & natural heat zones

With this compact size of 100 by 150 mm, you can precisely heat a part of the ant farm (suitable for acrylic nests, plaster nests, and sand nests). This is crucial: because the entire nest is not heated, the ants have the freedom to choose between a warmer or cooler spot. The brood (eggs, larvae, and pupae) develops significantly faster in a warm place, ensuring strong growth for your colony!

Safe, durable & ready to use immediately

The Terramat heat mat is made of a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer wall that distributes heat evenly over the entire surface. The mat requires no preheating and works directly on mains power thanks to the molded plug. Furthermore, the mat complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Ant colonies (acrylic nests, plaster nests, sand nests, and 3D nests)
• Stick insects and leaf insects (also ideal for hatching eggs in a breeding cage)
• Praying mantises
• Other small insects, reptiles, and arthropods

Important usage tips:

• Placement with ant farms: Always heat a maximum of 30% to 50% of the nest area, so that ants can always move to a cooler zone.
• Caution with test tubes: Never place a heat mat directly under a founding tube/test tube with a water reservoir. This can lead to condensation and overheating.
• Temperature control: In most cases, the mat can be used directly. Do you want to precisely control the temperature? The mat can be perfectly combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 100 x 150 mm (10 x 15 cm)
• Power: 2.5 Watt
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even over the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Stimulate the growth of your ant farm or terrarium in a safe and controlled manner. Order the Terramat heat mat (100x150 mm) today from Mierenboerderij!

Terramat Heating Mat (130x274 mm / 5W) – Reliable Heat Source for Terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heating mat** is known worldwide for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a wattage of just 5 Watts, you can heat the enclosure in an extremely energy-efficient and controlled manner.

Even Heat Distribution & Natural Temperature Zones

Thanks to its elongated size of 130 by 274 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a specific part of the terrarium's bottom or back wall. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural temperature gradient (a warm zone and a cooler zone) is created. This allows animals to choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given moment.

Safe, Durable & Ready to Use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer wall that ensures optimal and even heat conduction over the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Of course, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and care of:

• Reptiles and amphibians (such as small lizards, geckos, and frogs)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Breeding cages, net cages, and egg incubation setups
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Handy Usage Tips:

• Placement: For bottom heating, place the mat under the enclosure and ensure the terrarium stands on small feet so that the accumulated heat can dissipate properly.
• Temperature Control: The heating mat can be used immediately. For animals that require a very specific temperature, the mat can be excellently combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product Specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 130 x 274 mm (13 x 27.4 cm)
• Power: 5 Watts
• Voltage: 230 Volts
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even over the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heating mat (130x274 mm) today at Mierenboerderij!

Terramat Heat Mat (150x390 mm / 9W) – Reliable heat source for terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heat mat** is globally renowned for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a power of 9 Watts, you can heat medium-sized enclosures in an extremely energy-efficient and controlled manner.

Even heat distribution & natural temperature zones

Thanks to its generous, elongated size of 150 by 390 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a specific part of the terrarium's bottom or back wall. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural thermal gradient is created (a warm zone and a cooler zone). This allows animals to choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given time.

Safe, durable & ready to use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer casing that ensures optimal and even heat conduction across the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Naturally, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and keeping:

• Reptiles and amphibians (such as lizards, geckos, snakes, and frogs)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Medium-sized breeding cages, net cages, and egg-hatching setups
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Useful tips:

• Placement: For under-floor heating, place the mat under the enclosure and ensure the terrarium is on small feet so that accumulated heat can dissipate properly.
• Temperature control: The heat mat is ready for direct use. For animals that require a very specific temperature, the mat can be excellently combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 150 x 390 mm (15 x 39 cm)
• Power: 9 Watts
• Voltage: 230 Volts
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even across the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heat mat (150x390 mm) today at Mierenboerderij.

Terramat Heating Mat (150x520 mm / 12W) – Reliable Heat Source for Terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heating mat** is known worldwide for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a power of 12 Watts, you can heat larger or elongated enclosures in an extremely energy-efficient and controlled manner.

Even Heat Distribution & Natural Temperature Zones

Thanks to its long, slender size of 150 by 520 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a specific part of the bottom or back wall of an elongated terrarium. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural thermal gradient is created (a warm zone and a cooler zone). Animals can then choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given moment.

Safe, Durable & Ready to Use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer wall that ensures optimal and even heat conduction across the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Naturally, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Reptiles and amphibians (such as lizards, geckos, snakes, and frogs)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Larger breeding cages, net cages, and egg-hatching setups
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Handy usage tips:

• Placement: For bottom heating, attach the mat underneath the enclosure and ensure the terrarium stands on small feet so that the accumulated heat can dissipate properly.
• Temperature control: The heating mat is ready for immediate use. For animals that require a very specific temperature, the mat can be excellently combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 150 x 520 mm (15 x 52 cm)
• Power: 12 Watt
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even across the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heating mat (150x520 mm) today from Mierenboerderij!

Terramat Heat Mat (258x274 mm / 12W) – Reliable Heat Source for Terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heat mat** is renowned worldwide for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a power of 12 Watts and a generous surface area, it allows you to heat medium to large enclosures in an extremely energy-efficient and controlled manner.

Even Heat Distribution & Natural Temperature Zones

Thanks to its wide, almost square format of 258 by 274 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a substantial portion of the terrarium's bottom or back wall. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural thermal gradient is created (a warm zone and a cooler zone). This allows animals to choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given moment.

Safe, Durable & Ready to Use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer casing that ensures optimal and even heat conduction across the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Naturally, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Reptiles and amphibians (such as lizards, geckos, snakes, and frogs)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Larger breeding cages, net cages, and egg incubation setups
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Useful tips:

• Placement: For under-tank heating, place the mat beneath the enclosure and ensure the terrarium stands on small feet so that the accumulated heat can dissipate effectively.
• Temperature control: The heat mat is ready for immediate use. For animals requiring a very specific temperature, the mat can be excellently combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 258 x 274 mm (25.8 x 27.4 cm)
• Power: 12 Watts
• Voltage: 230 Volts
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even across the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heat mat (258x274 mm) today at Mierenboerderij!

Terramat Heat Mat (274x388 mm / 18W) – Reliable Heat Source for Terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heat mat** is globally renowned for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a powerful 18 Watt output and a generous surface area, you can heat medium to large enclosures in an extremely energy-efficient and controlled manner.

Even Heat Distribution & Natural Temperature Zones

Thanks to its generous size of 274 by 388 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a large part of the terrarium's bottom or back wall. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural heat gradient is created (a warm zone and a cooler zone). This allows animals to choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given moment.

Safe, Durable & Ready to Use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer casing that ensures optimal and even heat conduction across the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Of course, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and caring for:

• Reptiles and amphibians (such as larger lizards, geckos, snakes, and frogs)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Large breeding cages, net cages, and egg-hatching setups
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Handy usage tips:

• Placement: For under-tank heating, place the mat underneath the enclosure and ensure the terrarium stands on small feet so that the generated heat can dissipate properly.
• Temperature control: The heat mat can be used directly. For animals requiring a very specific temperature, the mat can be excellently combined with dimmers, rod thermostats, or digital thermostat controllers.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 274 x 388 mm (27.4 x 38.8 cm)
• Power: 18 Watt
• Voltage: 230 Volt
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even across the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heat mat (274x388 mm) today at Mierenboerderij!

Terramat Heat Mat (410x600 mm / 45W) – Maximum heat for large terrariums

A constant and comfortable temperature is essential for the health, activity, and digestion of terrarium animals, insects, and amphibians. The **Terramat heat mat** is globally renowned for its excellent quality and reliable heat output. With a powerful 45 Watts and a very large surface area, you can heat large enclosures and breeding setups in an extremely controlled manner.

Even heat distribution & natural temperature zones

Thanks to its impressive size of 410 by 600 mm, this mat is ideally suited for heating a substantial part of the bottom or back wall of larger terrariums. This is very important: by not covering the entire enclosure, a natural heat gradient is created (a warm zone and a cooler zone). This allows animals to choose the spot that best suits their needs at any given time.

Safe, durable & ready to use

The Terramat is finished with a strong, durable, and UV-resistant outer wall that ensures optimal and even heat conduction across the entire surface. The mat is equipped with an integrated 1.40-meter connection cable with a molded plug and is ready for immediate use. Naturally, the product complies with the strictest European safety standards (EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4).

Suitable for breeding and keeping:

• Large reptiles and amphibians (such as larger lizards, snakes, and turtles)
• Stick insects, leaf insects, and praying mantises
• Large professional breeding cages, net cages, and shelving units
• Various other insects, spiders, and terrarium inhabitants

Handy tips for use:

• Placement: For bottom heating, attach the mat underneath the enclosure and ensure the terrarium stands on small feet so that the generated heat can dissipate properly.
• Temperature control: With a powerful 45-Watt mat, we recommend combining it with a suitable thermostat or dimmer to accurately monitor the desired temperature.

Product specifications:

• Mat dimensions: 410 x 600 mm (41 x 60 cm)
• Power: 45 Watts
• Voltage: 230 Volts
• Connection cable length: 1.40 meters (with molded plug)
• Heat distribution: Even across the entire surface
• Safety certification: EN60335-1 / EN60335-2-96, Class II IPX4

Create the ideal living environment for your terrarium animals. Order the Terramat heat mat (410x600 mm) today from Mierenboerderij!

Aquatic Animal Breeding Tank (500cc) – The perfect nursery for small aquatic creatures!

Do you want to ensure that your newly hatched aquatic animals have the best chance to grow into strong, adult crustaceans? This specially designed Aquatic Animal Breeding Tank (500cc) is the ideal starter tank for a wide range of small aquatic organisms. It's the perfect nursery for Triops, Fairy Shrimps, Sea Monkeys, and Aqua Dragons, among others!

Why a small starter tank is essential

When the eggs of these fascinating creatures hatch, the newborn nauplii (larvae) are tiny. If you place them directly into a large aquarium or spacious tank, the water surface is too vast. The larvae then have to expend too much energy to find their microscopic food and can get lost. With this compact 500cc tank, you keep the food and the creatures close together, which drastically increases their survival rate in the crucial first days of life!

Crystal clear view & Easy to use

The tank is made of high-quality, crystal-clear plastic. This allows you to follow the fascinating development from egg to active aquatic animal with sharp clarity from every angle with the naked eye (or a magnifying glass). Thanks to its light and sturdy material, the tank is easy to clean after use and can be reused again and again for subsequent breeding.

Breeding tips for a flying start:

1. Fill the tank with the right amount of spring water (non-carbonated) or distilled water (approx. 0.5 liters).
2. Add the breeding sand or eggs and ensure sufficient light and a constant temperature.
3. Once the creatures have grown considerably and are actively swimming around after 1 to 2 weeks, you can effortlessly transfer them to their definitive, larger aquarium!

Key benefits at a glance:

• Universally Applicable: The perfect start for Triops, Fairy Shrimps, Sea Monkeys, Aqua Dragons, and other small aquatic creatures.
• Maximum Survival Rate: Prevents microscopic larvae from getting lost or missing their food.
• 360° Crystal Clear View: Follow the metamorphosis up close thanks to transparent plastic.
• Ideal Volume (500cc): Perfect for heating and maintaining in the initial breeding phase.
• Durable & Reusable: Easy to clean for endless breeding enjoyment.

Product specifications:

• Product: Aquatic Animal Breeding Tank / Starter Tank
• Volume: 500cc (0.5 liters)
• Material: High-quality, transparent plastic
• Suitable for: Triops, Fairy Shrimps, Sea Monkeys, Aqua Dragons, daphnia, and small larvae

Give your tiny aquatic animals the very best start. 

Aqua Dragons School Pack – Discover the wonder of life underwater!

Do you want to introduce children to the biology of aquatic life in a magical and accessible way? The **Aqua Dragons School Pack** is a fantastic educational nature project for primary schools, childcare organizations (out-of-school care/daycare), and childminders. With this pack, you can hatch real Aqua Dragons (also known as Sea Monkeys) in the classroom. Children will be amazed as the tiny eggs start swimming around within 24 hours of being added to the water!

Fascinating underwater life in the classroom

Aqua Dragons are unique, small aquatic creatures with three eyes and a long tail. They spin, tumble, and frolic happily in the water. With proper care, they reproduce both through eggs and live birth, allowing the colony in the classroom to continue to grow. It's a fantastic way for students to learn about reproduction, care, oxygen, and the underwater ecosystem.

Complete and low-maintenance

Caring for the Aqua Dragons only takes a few minutes per week. The transparent tank is specially designed for optimal observation of the animals from all sides. With the included dosing spoon, children can give exactly the right amount of food, and the oxygen pipette easily provides the water with fresh air. An ideal 'classroom task' for students!

Contents of the Aqua Dragons School Pack:

• 1x Aqua Dragons tank (15x3x15 cm): Special transparent aquarium for optimal viewing (available with LED or color-LED lighting at an additional cost)
• 1x Bag of Aqua Dragons eggs: Hatch within 24 hours after being added to the water
• 1x Bag of Special Food: Enough food for the entire first year
• 1x Dosing spoon/scoop: To measure exactly the right amount of food
• 1x Oxygen pipette: For easy aeration of the water
• 1x Clear A4 lesson plan: Dutch explanation and instructions for the teacher or supervisor (in addition to the English manual)
• 30x Reward stickers: Cheerful stickers to hand out in the class or group (more available on request)

Specifications & Features:

• Tank dimensions: 15 x 3 x 15 cm (L x W x H)
• Target group: Primary schools, out-of-school care, daycare, and young nature explorers
• Maintenance: Weekly light feeding and aeration with the pipette
• Variants: Optionally expandable with atmospheric LED lighting in the base of the tank

Bring underwater biology to life in your classroom. Order the Aqua Dragons School Pack today from Mierenboerderij!

Worm World Worm Farm (Wild Science) – Discover the mysterious life underground!

Are you curious about what goes on beneath the earth's surface? With the Worm World Worm Farm from Wild Science, you'll bring a unique and educational nature project into your home. This narrow, transparent farm is specially designed to study the digging behavior and life cycle of earthworms up close, without disturbing them!

See how worms dig tunnels with colored sand

Setting up the farm is easy and a lot of fun. By alternating regular potting soil or garden soil with the supplied layers of colored sand, a beautiful striped soil pattern is created. As soon as you add the worms, you'll see day after day how they dig through the different layers and change the soil structure. This makes the dynamic underwater and underground world perfectly visible!

Thoughtful design for the well-being of the worms

Worms naturally dislike bright light. This kit cleverly addresses that: with the included full-color cardboard cover, you can easily close the farm when you're not looking. This gives the worms the peace and shelter they need to dig their tunnel system right along the transparent plastic.

What's in the package?

• Transparent Worm Farm: Narrow and clear design (30 cm x 19 cm x 4 cm).
• Colored Sand: Several cheerful colors to make the dug tunnels extra visible.
• Cardboard Blackout Cover: Provides the worms with a dark, natural environment.
• Informative Booklet: Full-color (English) guide full of facts about worms.

What do you add yourself?

To prepare the worm farm for use, you simply add:

• A few scoops of moist garden soil or potting soil.
• A number of fresh earthworms (from the garden or compost heap).
• A small amount of organic waste (such as plant remains or a leaf) as food.

Key advantages at a glance:

• Super Educational: Increases knowledge about soil, ecology, and nature.
• Visual Effect: Colored sand makes dug tunnels immediately visible.
• Animal-Friendly Design: Includes a cover for necessary darkening.
• Reusable: After observation, release the worms and you can start over.

Product specifications:

• Product: Worm World Worm Farm
• Brand: Wild Science
• Farm dimensions: 30 cm long x 19 cm high x 4 cm deep
• Contents: Transparent container, colored sand, cardboard cover, manual
• Application: Educational nature kit / worm observation

Become a true underground researcher. Order the Worm World worm farm today!

X-Connector (10 mm) – The ultimate 4-way crossroad for your ant setup

Do you want to offer your ant colony maximum space and centrally connect multiple nests, feeding arenas, and outworlds? With this high-quality X-shaped connector, you can easily create a multifunctional 4-way crossroad in your tube network!

Maximum grip thanks to clever ribbed structure

The X-connector features a ribbed profile on all four connection points. When you slide the connection tube over the ends, the material firmly clamps around the ribs. This guarantees a robust, leak-free, and 100% escape-proof connection that even the smallest ants cannot squeeze through.

Central hub for a true ant empire

In nature, ants dig extensive underground cities with central passageways from which dozens of roads lead to different chambers. With this X-connector, you simulate this natural network. Give your ants direct access from the main nest to, for example, a feeding arena, a waste arena, and an additional breeding nest!

Key advantages at a glance:

• 4-Way Crossroad: Easily connect up to three additional modules or habitats to one central point.
• Strong Grip: Ribbing ensures the tube remains tightly, clamped, and securely fitted.
• Perfect Fit: Designed for tubes with an outer diameter of 10 mm (ultimate combination with our 8/10 mm transparent tube).
• Escape-Proof: Seamless connection for maximum safety of your colony.

Product specifications:

• Type: X-shaped connector / 4-way tube connector
• Inner diameter of connector: Slightly less than 10 mm (for a tight-fitting connection)
• Compatibility: Suitable for tubes with 10 mm outer diameter (8/10 mm connection tube)
• Application: Create central crossroads in the passage and tube system of ant farms

Build the ultimate network for your colony.