Connection Material – Securely Link and Expand Your Ant Habitat

Ant Docking Station

Why a docking station for every nascent colony?

This is where the ant hobby begins. The ultimate start for any colony smaller than 50 workers. The small colony in a test tube needs shelter, a quiet place. Many ant species can benefit from a nice warm temperature, and you want to be able to connect your test tube to an arena in a good and aesthetically pleasing way. Making a connection between the test tube and the arena is always the first step in the hobby. After this is done, the colony can collect food from the arena and dispose of their waste. There is only 1 product available worldwide that allows you to arrange all this in one go.

The Docking Station is a must for every nascent ant colony of up to about 50 workers!

Specifications and Use

What can you and your ants do with this product and how do you use it?

Custom-made
The test tube L (16mm diameter and 150mm long) fits precisely into the Docking Station.

Shelter for your ant colony
The lid closes precisely over the test tube for good shelter for your colony (for the moments you're not observing).

Ventilation in docking station
Ventilation openings are incorporated in the lid for healthy airflow around the test tube.

Heating for rapid and healthy development
Openings are made at the bottom where a heating cable can be placed in several ways without the risk of condensation. Various temperature increases can be achieved by placing a cable partially or completely. Explanations on how it works and what temperature increases you can achieve can be found in the included instructions.

Connection to the tunnels
From the Docking Station, the ants will manage the transport through the tunnels to arenas and new nests. The connector piece from the test tube to the tunnels fits precisely onto this Docking Station.

A feast for the eyes
The Docking Station looks sleek and professional. It makes all other currently available products for a test tube obsolete. No more acrylic or wooden holders. No more shelter from foils, pieces of cloth, cardboard, or sleeves. No more fumbling around, but professionally ready for the future of your colony in one go!

What you get

The product consists of two parts. The dock comes with a base part where the test tube fits and a lid that closes precisely over it. A few options can be ordered immediately here at attractive promotional prices!

1. A test tube with nesting provision (moisture reservoir) if you don't have a nesting tube yet, or want to replace it (see example in the photos)
2. A connector piece to connect the test tube to the tunnel tubing.
3. Half a meter of tunnel tubing to connect to the arenas and nests.
4. A heating cable to provide your ant colony with the ultimate temperature for rapid and healthy development, so they are quickly (or more quickly) ready for a new, additional nesting environment!

Test Tube Connector Transparent – The new standard in connection material

For years, ant hobbyists relied on black rubber connectors to connect test tubes to connection hoses. While effective, these old connectors had two major drawbacks: they took up valuable space *inside* the breeding tube (with the risk of cracking if pressed too hard) AND they obscured the view of the ants. With the introduction of the **Ant-Blox Test Tube Connector Transparent**, that is definitely a thing of the past!

100% Visibility & Maximum Ease of Use

This innovative connector is completely transparent. This allows you to see exactly what is happening between the outside world and the breeding nest, even during the transport of food or workers. The connector **slides over the outside** of the test tube (16 mm diameter). This prevents tension on the plastic and preserves the entire internal volume of the test tube for your ant colony!

Suitable for Test Tube Size L (16 mm) & 10 mm Hose

The Ant-Blox connector is precisely dimensioned for the **Test Tube Size L (16 mm)**. At the front, you can effortlessly attach the classic 10 mm connection hose. This way, you can create a robust, secure, and leak-free connection to your arena or the outside world in just one second.

Ready for the future: Build your own ant farm!

If you look closely at the connector, you will see a special connection port with a rubber O-ring on top. This connector is not just an adapter, but the basis for the new **Tunnel System**. Just as you build with building blocks, you can effortlessly expand and connect your ant habitat to the entire modular Ant Farm line.

Key benefits at a glance:

• 100% Transparent: Optimal view of traffic between nest and arena, no more 'blind spots'.
• Slides over the tube: No pressure/tension in the test tube and no loss of nesting space.
• Prevents damage: No more cracked plastic test tubes due to over-tightening.
• Perfect fit: Connects seamlessly to Test Tube Size L (16 mm) and 10 mm hoses.
• Expansion Ready: Equipped with a top connection for the modular Ant-Blox tunnel system.

Product specifications:

• Brand: Mierenboerderij
• Type: Transparent test tube connector / adapter
• Test tube compatibility: Only suitable for Mierenboerderij Test Tube Size L (16 mm)
• Hose connection: 10 mm standard connection hose
• Additional port: Mierenboerderij modular port with rubber O-ring
• Material: High-quality, clear plastic

Switch to the latest generation of connection material. Order the transparent connector today!

Flexible Transparent Hose (8/10 mm) – Reliable connection for your ant setup

Building and expanding an ant network requires a secure, leak-proof, and flexible connection. This flexible transparent connection hose is the ideal solution for connecting ant farms, expansion nests, test tubes, and outworlds.

Perfect dimensions for leak-proof connections

With an inner diameter of 8 mm and an outer diameter of 10 mm, this hose is designed to seamlessly connect to the most common connection ports in the ant hobby. The hose easily slides over 8 to 9 mm connectors, or clamps into openings of 9 to 10 mm for a firm and escape-proof fit.

Clear view and easy to cut to size

Because the hose is completely clear and transparent, you can perfectly monitor the traffic and food transfer of your worker ants between the nest and the outworld. Additionally, the hose is made of flexible material, making it very easy to cut to the exact desired length with scissors or a knife.

Ordering tip for the desired length: The price shown is per 50 cm (0.5 meter). For example, if you want a 2-meter hose in one continuous piece? Order this product 4 times. We will deliver the desired total length in one continuous piece where possible!

Key benefits at a glance:

• 100% Transparent: Provides a clear view of the ants during their movements.
• Flexible & Pliable: Easy to bend around corners without the hose kinking or pinching.
• Perfect Fit: Excellent for openings from 9 mm (snug fit) to 10 mm.
• Easy to Customise: Easily cut to size with standard kitchen scissors.
• Flexible Ordering: Supplied per unit of 50 cm (multiple units are delivered in one continuous piece).

Product specifications:

• Type: Flexible transparent connection hose
• Inner diameter: 8 mm
• Outer diameter: 10 mm
• Sales unit: Per 50 cm (0.5 meter)
• Application: Connecting ant farms, test tubes, nests, and outworlds

Safely expand your ant colony. Order the flexible connection hose (8/10 mm) directly in the desired length!

Test Tube S (13mm x 75mm / 5ml) – Ideal for nutrition and drinking water in the outworld

A constant supply of moisture and sugars is essential for the energy and health of an ant colony. This **compact plastic test tube S** is, due to its handy dimensions (13 mm diameter by 75 mm length), ideally suited as a **feeding tube or water reservoir** in the outworld or arena of your formicarium.

The perfect food source for the outworld

Thanks to its short and slender size, this 5 ml tube fits effortlessly into almost any outworld, without taking up valuable space. Fill the tube with sugar water, honeydew, sugar-amino fluid, or just clean drinking water and seal it with a tight cotton ball. The ants can then drink safely and in a controlled manner via the cotton, without the risk of drowning or the liquid leaking into the outworld.

Durable plastic for daily use

The tube is made of transparent, impact-resistant plastic. This makes it lightweight, sturdy, and easy to clean or replace when you want to refresh the food in the outworld.

Please note with plastic tubes: Minor scratches or smudges may occur occasionally. This is inherent to the manufacturing process and transport from the factory. It absolutely does not affect its use as a feeding tube for your ants!

### Key benefits at a glance:

• Compact size: Only 7.5 cm long, fits perfectly in small and medium-sized outworlds.
• Ideal as a feeding tube: Perfect for sugar water, honeydew solutions, or fresh drinking water.
• Safe drinking: In combination with a cotton ball, ants can drink safely without drowning.
• Easy to refresh: Quick to exchange and clean during feeding.

Suitable for:

• Drinking water and sugar water supply in outworlds / arenas
• Offering liquid food to small and large ant colonies
• Various breeding and laboratory applications where a small volume (5 ml) is desired

Product specifications:

• Length: 75 mm (7.5 cm)
• Diameter: 13 mm
• Volume: 5 ml
• Material: Transparent plastic

Ensure a constant supply of moisture and energy in the outworld. Order test tube S today and optimize the arena of your ants!

Test Tube L (16mm x 150mm / 20ml) – Essential for every ant keeper

Starting a new ant colony almost always begins in a test tube. This plastic test tube L has the ideal dimensions (16 mm diameter x 150 mm length) to offer a fertilized queen ant the peace, security, and humidity she needs to raise her first workers. Additionally, the tube is extremely suitable as a drinking water reservoir in the outworld or as a flexible expansion of an existing formicarium.

Choose the desired version: With or without nesting substrate

Customize your breeding setup completely to your wishes. Through the selection menu, you can optionally choose a nesting substrate. With this substrate, you immediately create optimal moisture distribution and structure for the nesting area, making the test tube even more suitable for breeding more challenging ant species or as a direct replacement for your current nesting tube.

Durable plastic for safe breeding enjoyment

Unlike glass, this plastic test tube is lightweight, sturdy, and impact-resistant. This makes the tube very safe to use when caring for, connecting, and moving your colonies.

Please note with plastic tubes: Slight scratches or smudges may occasionally occur. This is inherent to the production process and transport from the factory. It absolutely does not affect the visibility or use of the tubes for your ants!

Key advantages at a glance:

• The standard size: Universally applicable for almost all common ant species and suitable for connecting to our arenas, nests.
• Multifunctional: Perfect as a founding nest, water reservoir, or expansion nest.
• Optional nesting substrate: Immediately ready for optimal moisture balance.
• Easy connection: Simple to connect to connectors, tubes, and outworlds. Special connector developed to connect with tubes.

Suitable for:

• Raising a queen ant (founding stage)
• Beginning ant colonies (Lasius, Formica, Camponotus, Myrmica, etc.)
• Water supply in arenas and outworlds
• Various hobby, laboratory, and breeding purposes

Product specifications:

• Length: 150 mm (15 cm)
• Diameter: 16 mm
• Capacity: 20 ml
• Material: Transparent plastic
• Options: Available with or without nesting substrate

Start your ant colony the right way or expand your formicarium. Select the desired options and add Test Tube L to your shopping cart.

I-Connector (10 mm) – Easily Connect and Extend Hoses

Do you want to expand your ant network, connect two separate pieces of hose, or repair a hose that was accidentally cut too short? With this high-quality I-shaped connector, you can quickly make a strong and leak-proof connection between two hose sections!

Maximum Grip Thanks to Smart Ribbed Structure

The I-connector is specially designed with a ribbed profile. When you slide the hose over the ends, the material clamps tightly around the ribs. This keeps the hose perfectly in place and prevents ants from squeezing out.

Natural Expansion of Your Ant City

In nature, ants dig a complex tunnel system with multiple branches and exits above ground. By using connectors, you can perfectly simulate this natural behavior. Easily connect extra arenas, test tubes, or expansion nests to give your colony plenty of space.

Good to know: If you order a longer length of hose from us (e.g., 2 or 3 meters), we will, of course, supply it as one continuous piece. You only need this I-connector if you want to connect separate pieces of hose or create additional branches!

Main Benefits at a Glance:

• Firm Grip: Ribbing ensures the hose remains tightly and securely attached.
• Perfect Fit: Designed for hoses with an outer diameter of 10 mm (ultimate combination with our 8/10 mm transparent hose).
• Durable & Reusable: Ideal for reusing shorter pieces of hose and preventing waste.
• Escape-Proof: Connects seamlessly so even the smallest ants cannot escape.

Product Specifications:

• Type: I-shaped connector / hose connector
• Inner diameter of connector: Slightly less than 10 mm (for a secure, clamping connection)
• Compatibility: Suitable for hoses with 10 mm outer diameter (8/10 mm connection hose)
• Application: Connecting and extending connection hoses for ant farms and arenas

Continue building your ant empire flexibly. 

V-Connector (10 mm) – Create tight right-angle turns in your ant setup

Do you want to connect your ant farms, nests, and outworlds in a compact and neat way? With this high-quality V-shaped connector (90-degree angle), you can easily guide the connecting hose in the right direction. This prevents flexible hoses from bending or kinking, ensuring optimal passage for your ants at all times!

Maximum grip thanks to clever ribbed structure

The V-connector is specially designed with a ribbed profile on both ends. As soon as you slide the hose over it, the material clamps firmly around the ribs. This ensures a robust, leak-free, and 100% escape-proof connection.

Natural expansion and smart space utilization

In nature, ants create numerous right-angled tunnels and branches underground. With this V-connector, you not only recreate this naturally but also make efficient use of the space on your desk or cabinet. Ideal for guiding hoses tightly along the walls of your ant farm or arena.

Key advantages at a glance:

• 90 Degree Angle: Allows for right-angle connections without the hose kinking or blocking the passage.
• Firm Grip: Ribbed design ensures the hose remains tightly and securely attached.
• Perfect Fit: Designed for hoses with an outer diameter of 10 mm (ultimate combination with our 8/10 mm transparent hose).
• Escape-Proof: Connects seamlessly so that even the smallest ants cannot squeeze through.

Product specifications:

• Type: V-shaped connector (90-degree right-angle hose connector)
• Inner diameter of connector: Slightly less than 10 mm (for a tight-fitting connection)
• Compatibility: Suitable for hoses with a 10 mm outer diameter (8/10 mm connecting hose)
• Application: Making right-angle connections between ant farms, nests, and arenas

Make your ant setup perfectly fitting and kink-free. 

Transparent T-Connector (10 mm) – Create smart branches in your ant setup

Do you want to give your ant colony more space and connect multiple habitats or outworlds to one nest? With this fully transparent T-connector, you can easily create a professional 3-way branch in your tubing network!

100% Transparent for optimal visibility

Unlike standard opaque connectors, this T-connector is made of clear plastic. This eliminates 'blind spots' in the tubing system, allowing you to perfectly observe the worker ants, food transport, and inter-colony communication at every junction.

Natural network expansion

In nature, ants don't dig straight lines, but instead create a complex network of branches and tunnels leading to different chambers and exits. With this T-connector, you can simulate this natural behavior. For example, give your ants the choice between a feeding arena and a waste arena, or connect a second nest module as soon as the colony grows!

Key benefits at a glance:

• Fully Transparent: Maximum visibility of traffic between all connected modules.
• Handy 3-way Branch: Easily connect 3 tube sections or multiple habitats.
• Secure Fit: Designed for tubes with an outer diameter of 10 mm (ultimate combination with our 8/10 mm transparent tube).
• Escape-proof: Connects seamlessly so ants cannot escape.

Product specifications:

• Type: T-shaped connector / transparent 3-way tube connector
• Connector inner diameter: Slightly less than 10 mm (for a secure connection)
• Compatibility: Suitable for tubes with 10 mm outer diameter (8/10 mm connection tube)
• Application: Creating branches in the tunnel and tubing system of ant farms

Build a true ant empire with multiple branches. Order the transparent T-connector today!

Y-Connector (10 mm) – Smooth and Natural Branching for Your Ant Setup

Do you want to give your ant colony more foraging opportunities and connect two outworlds or expansion nests to one main nest? With this high-quality Y-shaped connector, you can create a streamlined split in your tubing network. The gradual angle of the Y-shape ensures a smooth pathway that ants can effortlessly navigate!

Maximum Grip Thanks to Smart Ribbed Structure

The Y-connector features a ribbed profile on all three connection points. When you slide the connecting tube over the ends, the material clamps firmly around the ribs. This guarantees a robust, leak-proof connection that even the smallest ants cannot escape from.

Optimal Flow and Natural Behavior

Unlike right-angled splits, the oblique angle of the Y-shape reduces blockages during busy routes, for example, when worker ants massively transport food to the nest. Additionally, it simulates the natural, angled branching that ants dig underground.

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• Smooth Y-Split: Enables a gradual 3-way branching for optimal worker flow.
• Secure Grip: Ribbing ensures the tubing remains tight, clamped, and securely attached.
• Perfect Fit: Designed for tubing with an outer diameter of 10 mm (ultimate combination with our 8/10 mm transparent tubing).
• Escape-Proof: Connects seamlessly for maximum colony safety.

Product Specifications:

• Type: Y-shaped connector / Y-tube connector
• Inner diameter of connector: Slightly less than 10 mm (for a secure, clamped connection)
• Compatibility: Suitable for tubing with 10 mm outer diameter (8/10 mm connecting tubing)
• Application: Creating smooth branches in the tunnel and tubing system of ant farms

Give your ants a streamlined route to their new habitats. Order the Y-connector 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.

Sealing Cap 10 mm Transparent – Securely and Flexibly Seal Your Ant World

Do you have an unused connection port on your ant farm, an extra exit in the arena, or do you want to temporarily seal a transparent tube? With this handy 10 mm transparent sealing cap, you can block any opening in an instant. This prevents ants from escaping and gives you complete control over your colony's living space!

Smooth, Flexible, and Easy to Use

The sealing cap is made from high-quality, flexible plastic. This allows the material to bend easily, and you can effortlessly and neatly push the cap into or over a 10 mm opening. Thanks to its secure fit, the seal stays perfectly in place but can also be easily removed when the colony grows, and you want to use the port.

Suitable for Ports and Transparent Tubes

This cap is universally applicable to almost all ant farms, nests, and outworlds with a 10 mm port. Moreover, you can even use it to directly seal the end of a **transparent 10 mm connection tube**! This is incredibly useful during cleaning, moving, or reorganizing your ant network.

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• 100% Escape-Proof: Seamlessly seals 10 mm ports and openings.
• Flexible & Soft Plastic: Very easy to insert, bend, and remove.
• Inconspicuously Transparent: Aesthetically fits perfectly with clear ant farms and tubes.
• Multifunctional: Suitable for nest entrances, arena ports, and tube ends (10 mm).

Product Specifications:

• Type: Sealing cap / stopper
• Size: Suitable for 10 mm openings and tubes
• Material: Smooth, flexible transparent plastic
• Application: Temporary or permanent sealing of ports, nests, arenas, and connection tubes

Keep your ant setup flexible and secure. Order the 10 mm sealing cap today!

Ventilated Test Tube Cap – Safe, breathable and reusable

Are you raising a young ant colony in a test tube or preparing your ants for hibernation? Then this ventilated test tube cap is the perfect upgrade for your rearing setup! Using cotton wool as a seal can sometimes be difficult when feeding or can quickly get dirty. This sturdy plastic cap offers a hygienic, reusable and professional alternative.

Maximum ventilation without escape risk

The cap is equipped with a fine-mesh ventilation grille that ensures a continuous supply of fresh air into the nest tube. This creates a healthy microclimate without the air becoming stale. At the same time, the cap seals the opening so precisely that even small workers cannot squeeze through.

Ideal for young colonies and hibernation

When a queen has just produced her first workers, care and feeding usually take place inside the test tube. With this cap, you can open and close the tube in an instant to offer a drop of sugar water or a small insect. Furthermore, the cap is extremely suitable during hibernation, when ants need extra rest and stable air circulation.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Continuously Breathable: Equipped with a fine ventilation grille for optimal oxygen supply.
• 100% Escape-proof: Keeps queens and workers safely inside the breeding tube.
• Reusable & Hygienic: Durable alternative to cotton wool, easy to clean.
• Quick Feeding: Easy to place and remove for daily or weekly care.
• Wide Compatibility: Perfectly fits Test Tube Size M and L (up to 18 mm diameter).

Product specifications:

• Type: Ventilated cap / breathable test tube cap
• Cap length: Approx. 3.5 cm
• Inner diameter: Approx. 12 mm
• Outer diameter: Approx. 19 mm
• Suitable for: All test tubes with an outer diameter up to 18 mm (including Ant Farm Size L)
• Application: Rearing young colonies, feeding in the tube and hibernation period

Give your nascent colony the best care. Order the ventilated test tube cap.

Ant Tray – The sleek test tube holder for maximum peace and overview

When raising and caring for young ant colonies, peace and stability are crucial. Loose test tubes can easily roll away with a slight touch, causing a lot of stress to the queen. With the Ant Tray Test Tube Holder, you can store your test tubes in a structured way in a sleekly designed tray. This way, your ants are immediately well protected, and daily care becomes much easier!

Suitable for a maximum of 5 test tubes (Size L)

The Ant Tray has a well-thought-out design and can accommodate a maximum of 5 test tubes at a time. The cutouts are universally designed, so size L (20 mm) test tubes fit perfectly and securely.

Choose your favorite color

Every ant setup is unique. Therefore, the Ant Tray is available in various stylish color finishes. Complete your ant corner and simply choose your desired color in the selection menu!

Key benefits at a glance:

• Space for 5 tubes: Store up to 5 test tube colonies clearly in one place.
• 100% Roll-free & Low-stress: Dampens vibrations and prevents breeding tubes from rolling away.
• Suitable for Size L: Perfect fit for 20 mm test tubes with a diameter of 16 mm.
• Available in various colors: Choose the color that best suits your setup.
• Easy observation: Provides a clear view of the queen, brood, and workers. Even connecting to outworlds and nests is possible from the Ant Tray!

Product specifications:

• Type: Test tube holder / Ant Tray
• Capacity: Maximum 5 test tubes
• Suitable sizes: Test tube 16 mm diameter and 200 mm long (size L)
• Version: Available in various colors (select in menu)
• Application: Stabilization and organized storage of ant breeding tubes

An indispensable accessory for the true ant hobbyist. Choose your color and order the Ant Tray today.

Ant's Kingdom Toolkit – The complete and indispensable care set

Whether you're just starting your first ant colony or are already an experienced ant keeper: having the right tools and connection materials makes all the difference. With the **Ant's Kingdom Toolkit**, you'll instantly have all the essential accessories to safely expand your ant farm, maintain it hygienically, and feed your ants precisely.

What's included in the Ant's Kingdom Toolkit?

• 4x Sealing Caps: Universally usable to quickly and safely seal openings, tubes, and connectors.
• 1x Anti-Escape Oil: Apply this under the arena lid's rim to prevent worker ants from escaping when opening.
• 4x Pipettes: Ideal for using a separate pipette for each different food source (such as sugar water, honeydew, or water).
• 1x Test Tube Protection Sleeve: Provides the queen with a dark, quiet, and sheltered environment where she feels safe.
• 1x Ant-Blox Transparent Connector: To easily and seamlessly connect test tubes.
• 1x T-connector & Transparent Tubing: Makes connecting and expanding your ant farm very easy.
• 1x Syringe 3 ml (with needle): Perfect for extremely precise dosing of liquids into hard-to-reach corners.
• 1x Syringe 5 ml (wide tip): Ideal for quickly and controlled moistening of plaster and acrylic ant nests.
• 1x Tweezers: For subtly removing waste and placing feeder insects.

Smartly designed for maximum compatibility

All connectors, tubes, and sealing caps in this package are perfectly matched and have the same inner diameter. This ensures they connect seamlessly, and you never have to worry about parts not fitting when you want to enlarge your ant farm!

Key advantages at a glance:

• All-in-one convenience: All necessary tools for feeding, moistening, and maintenance immediately at hand.
• 100% Escape-proof: Includes anti-escape oil and suitable sealing caps.
• Accurate dosing: Includes various syringes and pipettes for hygienic and controlled feeding.
• Peace for the queen: Includes a unique protection sleeve that darkens the test tube nest.

Product specifications:

• Contents: 12-piece accessory and maintenance set
• Application: Suitable for plaster, acrylic, sand, and test tube ant farms
• System: Universal Ant's Kingdom connection and maintenance system

Get well-prepared and give your ants the best care.

Antcover for Ant Farm (15x10 cm) – Luxurious darkening for optimal peace

In nature, ants dig their nests deep underground, where it is pitch black. Light in the nesting area can cause a lot of unrest and stress, which negatively affects the queen's development and the brood. With this luxurious and durable Antcover, you can easily shield the nesting area of your ant farm from ambient light!

Perfectly matched to the Plaster Master Major & Acrylic Universe Asteroid

This cover comes in the standard size of 150 x 100 mm (15 x 10 cm). This makes it fit exactly on the nesting area of the Ant Farm Plaster Master Major and the Acrylic Universe Asteroid. The cover is completely opaque, ensuring the ants are optimally protected and can undisturbed maintain their tunnel system and brood chambers.

Easy to cut to size or extend

Do you only want to darken a part of the nest so you can observe a specific chamber in the light? You can easily cut the antcover to the desired size yourself. Is the surface of your ant farm or nest part larger than 15x10 cm? Then simply order multiple copies to cover the entire nest.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Optimal stress reduction: Blocks ambient light and simulates a natural underground environment.
• Durable quality: Made of high-quality, sturdy material with a luxurious appearance.
• Exactly to size (15x10 cm): Specially designed for the Plaster Master Major and Acrylic Universe Asteroid.
• Customizable: Easily cut to size with scissors for specific nest areas.
• Quick to use: Can be placed or removed in one second to observe your ants.

Product specifications:

• Type: Darkening cover / Antcover
• Length: 150 mm (15 cm)
• Width: 100 mm (10 cm)
• Compatibility: Ant Farm Plaster Master Major & Acrylic Universe Asteroid (or cut to size)
• Light transmission: 0% (fully darkening)

Give your ants the sheltered environment they deserve. Order the Antcover (15x10 cm) today!

Antcover for Ant Farm (21x14 cm) – Luxury darkening for optimal rest

In nature, ants dig their nests deep underground, where it is pitch black. Light in the nest area can cause a lot of unrest and stress, which negatively affects the development of the queen and the brood. With this luxurious and durable Antcover, you can easily shield the nest area of your ant farm from ambient light!

Perfectly matched to the Master General & Universe Saturn

This cover is supplied in the size of 210 x 140 mm (21 x 14 cm). This means it fits exactly on the nest area of the Ant Farm Master General and the Universe Saturn. The cover is completely opaque, ensuring the ants are optimally protected and can maintain their tunnel system and brood chambers undisturbed.

Easy to cut to size or extend

Do you only want to darken part of the nest so you can observe a specific room in the light? You can easily cut the antcover to the desired size yourself. Is the surface area of your ant farm or nest part larger than 21x14 cm? Then simply order multiple copies to cover the entire nest.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Optimal stress reduction: Blocks ambient light and simulates a natural underground environment.
• Durable quality: Made of high-quality, sturdy material with a luxurious appearance.
• Precisely sized (21x14 cm): Specifically designed for the Master General and Universe Saturn.
• Adaptable: Easily cut to size with scissors for specific nest areas.
• Quick to use: Can be placed or removed in one second to observe your ants.

Product specifications:

• Type: Darkening cover / Antcover
• Length: 210 mm (21 cm)
• Width: 140 mm (14 cm)
• Compatibility: Ant Farm Master General & Universe Saturn (or can be cut to size)
• Light transmission: 0% (completely darkening)

Offer your ants the sheltered environment they deserve. Order the Antcover (21x14 cm) today!

Antcover for Ant Farm (40x25 cm) – Luxurious Blackout for Optimal Peace

In nature, ants dig their nests deep underground, where it is pitch dark. Light in the nest area can cause a lot of unrest and stress, negatively affecting the queen's and brood's development. With this luxurious and durable Antcover XL, you can easily shield the nest area of your large ant farm from ambient light!

Perfectly matched to the Master Emperor & Universe Jupiter

This generous cover comes in the size of 400 x 250 mm (40 x 25 cm)[cite: 1]. This means it fits exactly on the nest area of large ant farms such as the Master Emperor and the Universe Jupiter[cite: 1]. The cover is completely opaque, ensuring the ants are optimally protected and can undisturbed maintain their tunnel system and brood chambers[cite: 1].

Easy to cut to size or extend

Do you only want to darken part of the nest so you can observe a specific chamber in the light? You can easily cut the antcover to the desired size yourself[cite: 1]. Is the surface of your ant farm or nest part even larger than 40x25 cm? Simply order multiple units to cover the entire nest[cite: 1].

Key advantages at a glance:

• Optimal stress reduction: Blocks ambient light and simulates a natural underground environment.
• Durable quality: Made from high-quality, sturdy material with a luxurious appearance[cite: 1].
• Exactly to size (40x25 cm): Specially designed for the Master Emperor and Universe Jupiter[cite: 1].
• Customizable: Easily cut to size with scissors for specific nest areas[cite: 1].
• Quick to use: Can be placed or removed in one second to view your ants.

Product specifications:

• Type: Blackout Cover / Antcover
• Length: 400 mm (40 cm)[cite: 1]
• Width: 250 mm (25 cm)[cite: 1]
• Compatibility: Ant Farm Master Emperor & Universe Jupiter (or can be cut to size)[cite: 1]
• Light Transmittance: 0% (fully blackout)[cite: 1]

Provide your ants with the sheltered environment they deserve. Order the Antcover XL (40x25 cm) today!

Red Protection Film (10x6 cm) – Observe your ants without disturbing them

One of the most enjoyable aspects of ant keeping is observing the queen and the development of the brood. However, ants naturally dig their nests deep underground in complete darkness. Direct white light causes stress, which can lead the queen to stop laying eggs. With this **special red protection film**, you can cleverly solve this problem!

How does red film work for ants?

Ants lack the eye receptors to perceive red light. As soon as you cover the test tube nest with this red film, it filters out the light visible to ants. For the colony, it feels as if they are in a pitch-dark underground chamber, while you can effortlessly look inside through the transparent red film!

Ready to use & multifunctional

The film comes in a handy size of **100 x 60 mm (10 x 6 cm)**, which is exactly the right size to easily wrap around or stick to a standard test tube. The film is not only ideal for daily observation in the ant enclosure but also offers excellent protection and peace during the transport of a colony.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Stress-free observation: Ants believe themselves to be in the dark, while you maintain perfect visibility of the nest.
• Perfect size (10x6 cm): Ready to wrap around a culture tube.
• Ideal for transport: Provides the colony with the necessary peace during shipping or relocation.
• Easy to use: Simple to attach with a small piece of tape or an elastic band.

Product specifications:

• Type: Red blackout film / Protection film
• Length: 100 mm (10 cm)
• Width: 60 mm (6 cm)
• Application: Test tube nests, transport tubes, and small nest sections

Enjoy optimal visibility of your ants without disturbing them.

Red Protection Film (10x15 cm) – Effective darkening for your ant farm

Ants build their natural tunnels deep underground, where it is completely dark. Direct light on the nest area causes stress, which can lead to the queen laying fewer eggs or the workers becoming restless. With our self-adhesive red protection film, you can easily give your ants the shelter and peace they need.

How does red film work for ants?

The visual spectrum of ants does not contain receptors for red light. For the colony, a nest area covered with red film therefore feels like a dark underground chamber. Because the adhesive film darkens very effectively, you create a very stable and safe environment for the brood and the queen!

Easy to cut to size and apply

The film comes in a convenient standard size of 150 x 100 mm (10 x 15 cm) and is equipped with an adhesive layer. You can easily cut the film to size with scissors to cover exactly the desired part of your ant farm.

User tip: We advise covering a significant part of the nest with the red film for the ants' peace, but possibly leaving a small part uncovered. Because the film darkens strongly, observation becomes slightly more difficult — which is very good for the ants — but by leaving a small piece free, you always maintain a quick view of the activity! Is your ant farm larger? Then simply order multiple pieces.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Maximum stress reduction: Ants feel as if they are in the dark, which stimulates colony development.
• Self-adhesive & User-friendly: Easy and neat to stick on the outside of the nest part.
• 100% Customizable: Easily cut to the desired size or shape with scissors.
• Universally applicable: Suitable for acrylic, plaster, plastic, and glass ant farms.

Product specifications:

• Type: Self-adhesive red blackout film / Adhesive film
• Length: 150 mm (15 cm)
• Width: 100 mm (10 cm)
• Application: Darkening and protecting the nest area of ant farms

Give your ants the peace of an underground nest. Order the red protection adhesive film (10x15 cm) today!

Red Protection Film (21x14 cm) – Effective blackout for your ant farm

Ants build their natural tunnel systems deep underground, where it is completely dark. Direct light on the nest area causes stress, which can lead to the queen laying fewer eggs or the workers becoming restless. With our self-adhesive red protection film, you can easily give your ants the shelter and peace they need.

Perfectly matched to the Master General & Universe Saturn

The film comes in a convenient size of 210 x 140 mm (21 x 14 cm), making it a perfect fit for the nest area of ant farms such as the Master General and the Universe Saturn.

How does red film work for ants?

The visual spectrum of ants does not contain receptors for red light. Therefore, for the colony, a nest area covered with red film feels like a dark underground chamber. Because the adhesive film darkens quite strongly, you create a very stable and safe environment for the brood and the queen!

User tip: We advise covering a significant part of the nest with the red film for the ants' peace, but possibly leaving a small part uncovered. Because the film darkens strongly, observation becomes slightly more difficult — which is very nice for the ants — but by leaving a small piece free, you always maintain a quick glance at the activity! Is your ant farm larger? Simply order multiple copies.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Maximum stress reduction: Ants imagine themselves in the dark, which stimulates colony development.
• Precisely sized (21x14 cm): Specially adapted for the Master General and Universe Saturn.
• Self-adhesive & User-friendly: Easy and neatly adheres to the outside of the nest part.
• 100% Customizable: Easily trimmed with scissors for screws or specific shapes.
• Universally applicable: Also suitable for other acrylic, plaster, or plastic ant farms.

Product specifications:

• Type: Self-adhesive red blackout film / Adhesive film
• Length: 210 mm (21 cm)
• Width: 140 mm (14 cm)
• Compatibility: Ant farm Master General, Universe Saturn (or can be cut to size)
• Application: Darkening and protecting the nest area

Give your ants the peace of an underground nest. Order the red protection adhesive film (21x14 cm) today!

Red Protection Film XL (40x25 cm) – Generous darkening for large ant farms

Ants build their natural tunnel systems deep underground, where it is completely dark. Direct light on the nesting area causes stress, which can lead to the queen laying fewer eggs or the workers becoming restless. With our self-adhesive red protection film XL, you can easily give the ants in your large ant farm the shelter and peace they need!

Perfectly tailored for the Master Emperor & Universe Jupiter

The film comes in a generous size of 400 x 250 mm (40 x 25 cm), making it directly suitable for the nesting area of large models such as the Master Emperor and the Universe Jupiter.

Beautifully transparent and easy to cut to size

The film has a convenient adhesive layer and is beautifully transparent. This allows you to maintain a good view of the tunnels while filtering out harmful light frequencies for ants. The film is also very easy to cut to size with scissors, so you can easily make cutouts for screws, humidification openings, or connection entrances.

User tip: We advise covering most of the nest with the red film for the ants' peace, but optionally leaving a small part uncovered. This way, you always maintain a quick, direct view of the activity in the nest! Is the surface of your ant setup even larger? Then simply order multiple copies.

Key benefits at a glance:

• Maximum stress reduction: Ants feel as if they are in the dark, which stimulates colony development.
• Beautifully transparent: Maintain visibility of the queen and brood without disturbing the ants.
• Self-adhesive & User-friendly: Easy and neatly adheres to the nest part.
• 100% Adaptable: Easily trimmable for screws and connections.
• Generous size (40x25 cm): Specifically designed for large acrylic and gypsum ant farms.

Product specifications:

• Type: Self-adhesive red blackout film / Adhesive film XL
• Length: 400 mm (40 cm)
• Width: 250 mm (25 cm)
• Compatibility: Ant farm Master Emperor, Universe Jupiter (and can be cut to size for other models)
• Application: Darkening and protecting the nesting area

Give your ants the peace of an underground nest. Order the red protection adhesive film XL (40x25 cm) today!

Stainless Steel Petrol Gauze (10x10 cm) – Ultra-fine ventilation in a handy size

Good ventilation is essential in an ant farm to prevent mold and excessively high humidity. However, standard mesh and grates are often far too coarse for the smallest ant species. Our **stainless steel petrol gauze (10x10 cm)** offers the ultimate solution: an extremely fine weave that allows fresh air through, but no ant can pass!

Extremely fine mesh size for the smallest species

With a wire thickness of 0.16 mm and a minuscule mesh size of only **0.26 x 0.26 mm**, this petrol gauze is one of the most reliable barriers in the ant-keeping hobby. It is highly suitable for DIY enthusiasts who want to make ventilation grates for their own outworld, nest, or lid.

Compact, flat, and durable stainless steel

The mesh is made of high-quality stainless steel, which means it will not rust due to moisture in the ant habitat. Thanks to its compact and handy size of **10 x 10 cm**, it is ready for immediate use for smaller projects and easy to process neatly.

Key advantages at a glance:

• 100% Escape-proof: Mesh size of 0.26 mm stops even the smallest ant species.
• Optimal ventilation: Ensures healthy air circulation without humidity rising dangerously high.
• High-quality stainless steel: Rust-free, durable, and resistant to humid conditions.
• Handy size (10x10 cm): Ideally sized for small ventilation grates and screens.
• Easy to customize: Easily cut with sturdy scissors or cutting pliers.

Product specifications:

• Material: Stainless steel (SS / Petrol gauze)
• Dimensions: 10.0 x 10.0 cm
• Wire thickness: 0.16 mm
• Mesh size: 0.26 mm x 0.26 mm
• Application: Ventilation grates for ant farms, outworlds, and insect habitats

Build your ant habitat with confidence.

Stainless Steel Mesh (20x20 cm) – Ultra-fine ventilation in the perfect size

Good ventilation is essential in an ant farm to prevent mold formation and excessively high humidity. However, standard mesh and grille types are often far too coarse for the smallest ant species. Our **stainless steel mesh (20x20 cm)** offers the ultimate solution: an extremely fine weave that allows fresh air through, but no ant can pass!

Extremely fine mesh for the smallest species

With a wire thickness of 0.16 mm and a tiny mesh size of just **0.26 x 0.26 mm**, this mesh is one of the most reliable barriers in the ant-keeping hobby. It is ideal for DIY enthusiasts who want to make ventilation grilles or cover lids for their own outworld or nest.

Versatile and durable stainless steel

The mesh is made of high-quality stainless steel (RVS), which means it will not rust due to moisture in the ant habitat. With the fine square format of **20 x 20 cm**, you have exactly enough material for a medium-sized arena lid or multiple small ventilation openings.

Key advantages at a glance:

• 100% Escape-proof: Mesh size of 0.26 mm stops even the smallest ant species.
• Optimal ventilation: Ensures healthy air circulation without humidity rising to dangerous levels.
• High-quality stainless steel: Rust-free, durable, and resistant to humid conditions.
• Ideal size (20x20 cm): Perfectly sized for medium-sized arena lids and grilles.
• Easy to cut to size: Easily cut with sturdy scissors or wire cutters.

Product specifications:

• Material: Stainless steel (RVS / Stainless Steel Mesh)
• Dimensions: 20.0 x 20.0 cm
• Wire thickness: 0.16 mm
• Mesh size: 0.26 mm x 0.26 mm
• Application: Ventilation grilles for ant farms, outworlds, and insect habitats

Build your ant habitat with confidence. Order the stainless steel mesh (20x20 cm) today!

Stainless Steel Petrol Mesh (50x50 cm) – Ultra Fine Ventilation and Maximum Security

Good ventilation is essential in an ant farm to prevent mold growth and excessive humidity. However, standard mesh and grilles are often too coarse for the smallest ant species. Our **stainless steel petrol mesh** offers the ultimate solution: an extremely fine weave that allows fresh air to pass through, but no ant can get through!

Extremely Fine Mesh Size for the Smallest Species

With a wire thickness of 0.16 mm and a minuscule mesh size of only **0.26 x 0.26 mm**, this petrol mesh is one of the most reliable barriers in the ant-keeping hobby. It is ideal for DIY enthusiasts who build their own outworld, lid, or nest ventilation.

Durable Stainless Steel of Ample Size

The mesh is made of high-quality stainless steel (RVS), which means it will not rust due to moisture in the ant enclosure. Thanks to the generous size of **50 x 50 cm**, you will have more than enough material to make multiple ventilation grilles or cover a large arena lid.

Please note upon delivery: Due to the generous dimensions of this piece of petrol mesh (50x50 cm), it will be shipped folded. This may result in some creases in the material. However, the mesh is easy to cut to size and process neatly into the desired shape.

Key Advantages at a Glance:

• 100% Escape-proof: Mesh size of 0.26 mm stops even the smallest ant species.
• Optimal ventilation: Ensures healthy air circulation without humidity rising dangerously high.
• High-quality Stainless Steel: Rust-free, durable, and resistant to moist conditions.
• Generous size (50x50 cm): Enough surface area for multiple DIY projects and arena lids.
• Easy to cut to size: Easily cut with sturdy scissors or tin snips.

Product Specifications:

• Material: Stainless steel (RVS / Petrol mesh)
• Dimensions: 50.0 x 50.0 cm
• Wire thickness: 0.16 mm
• Mesh size: 0.26 mm x 0.26 mm
• Application: Ventilation grilles for ant farms, outworlds, and insect enclosures

Build your ant enclosure with peace of mind. Order the stainless steel petrol mesh (50x50 cm) today!

Booklet 'Ants are Heroes!' – Discover the wonder of the ant colony

You can find ants everywhere around you: in the garden, in the forest, under stones, and sometimes even in your house. Unfortunately, they are often seen as pests, but that certainly doesn't do justice to these impressive little creatures! It's no coincidence that a well-known old proverb by King Solomon says: 'Go to the ant, consider its ways, and be wise' (Proverbs 6:6). An ant colony is a true wonder of nature, and the more you learn about them, the more you will appreciate them.

Background Information & Facts

In this booklet, written by Ant Farm founder Jan-Peter Oudenampsen, you will find all sorts of fascinating facts and in-depth background information about ants. You will discover how ants communicate with each other, how a colony organizes itself, and why ants are so indispensable to our nature. It is the perfect preparation for those seeking more in-depth knowledge, but also a fantastic source of information for a **presentation, paper, or school project**!

Please note: When purchasing a complete ant farm starter set or a loose ant colony, you will already receive a full-colour instruction manual for immediate care. This booklet 'Ants are Heroes!' is intended as an extra background and reading booklet full of facts and inspiration.

Why this booklet is highly recommended:

• Educational & Accessible: Fluidly written and beautifully illustrated for young and old.
• Ideal for the Classroom & Presentations: Packed with facts and figures perfectly suitable for a presentation.
• Inspiring: Offers a surprising and admirable look at the daily life of the ant.
• Compact & Affordable: The ideal little something or gift for any nature lover.

Product specifications:

• Title: Ants are Heroes!
• Author: Jan-Peter Oudenampsen
• Type: Educational background and information booklet
• Target Audience: Children, schools, novice ant keepers, and curious nature lovers
• Language: Dutch

Be amazed by the wisdom and strength of the smallest super-people in the world. Order the booklet 'Ants are Heroes!' today at Ant Farm!