{"product_id":"mierenboerderij-gips-startset-basis","title":"Ant Farm Plaster Starter Set – Customize yourself","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-tabs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGypsum Ant Farm Starter Set – Especially for Harvester Ants (Messor barbarus)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating world of the harvester ant with this high-quality gypsum ant farm starter set! The \u003cem\u003eMessor barbarus\u003c\/em\u003e is by far one of the most fun and engaging ant species to keep, thanks to their unique behavior of collecting seeds and processing them into 'ant bread'. This basic kit contains the perfect gypsum nest and arena for this species. Assemble the set completely to your liking: choose the loose hardware or directly select the desired size of your starter colony!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the size of your ant colony yourself:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we want to make the hobby accessible to everyone, you can order this set as a basic starter kit or combine it directly with a healthy Messor barbarus colony in the size that suits you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWithout ants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only the complete hardware (nest, arena, and accessories) – ideal if you already have a colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner colony (10+ workers):\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect, gentle start. You will see the colony grow together from a small beginning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing colony (20+ workers):\u003c\/strong\u003e More activity in the arena from day one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge starter colony (50+ workers):\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate experience. Immediately plenty of activity, nest connection, and often larger workers (majors) -\u0026gt; impressive dynamics in the gypsum nest!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContents of this starter set:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGypsum Ant Farm Major (2 connection openings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTown Square Arena (15x10x9 cm – 2 connections)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-color, multilingual instruction booklet\u003c\/strong\u003e with clear step-by-step plan and complete explanation to successfully start your hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConnection hose (can be cut to size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTest tube connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnt Docking Station (protects the queen and her ant colony)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProtective film for the nest area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture sprayer for accurate moistening of the reservoir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is a gypsum nest perfect for Harvester Ants?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvester ants have specific requirements for their living environment. They need good moisture gradation: a humid area for brood care (eggs and larvae) and a bone-dry area for storing their winter supply of seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleekly designed gypsum nest provides the perfect solution. Each nest is completely handmade and equipped with a unique central moisture reservoir. This naturally creates humid chambers around the core, while the outer chambers remain dry. The shallow inner chambers (4 mm) are perfect for optimal observation, while the deeper outer chambers (7 mm) will be immediately used by the harvester ants as grain silos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to our years of experience, this set includes a beautiful full-color instruction booklet. This multilingual manual guides you through the start-up phase with a clear step-by-step plan, so you know exactly how to best care for the colony and successfully build up the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe developed this set as part of our ‘Master Series’ – a high-quality line of ant farms with maximum durability and functionality. Because each nest is handmade, the color may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Technical Data:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum nest length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum nest width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum nest thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 cm (chamber depth 4–7 mm for optimal seed storage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eArena size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15x10x9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum nest connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 10 mm (easily expandable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eArena connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 10 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of chambers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for a colony of up to ±200 ants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisturization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central moisture reservoir (effective for 1-2 weeks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with an escape-proof arena ventilation lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57218542666063,"sku":"AK1MS","price":54.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2344937882_bc3b6a82-5a6c-4dee-b57b-b4074659a5c7.jpg?v=1773833979","url":"https:\/\/antskingdom.com\/products\/antfarm-gypsum-harvester-ant-complete-set-html","provider":"Ant's Kingdom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}