Messor structor（工匠收获蚁）

Messor structor (工匠收获蚁)

1. Colony Structure (殖民结构):
   • Monogynous: Typically has a single queen per colony.
   单后制：通常每个殖民地有一只蚁后。
   • Queen Body Length: Approximately 6-8 mm.
   蚁后体长：约6-8毫米。
   • Worker Body Length: Approximately 4-5 mm.
   工蚁体长：约4-5毫米。

2. Suitable Temperature and Humidity (适宜的温度、湿度):
   • Temperature: Prefers a temperature range of 20-30°C.
   温度：适宜温度范围为20-30摄氏度。
   • Humidity: Requires moderate humidity levels, around 40-60%.
   湿度：需要中等湿度水平，约40-60%。

3. Nesting Recommendations (巢室推荐):
   • Nest Type: Prefers underground nests with extensive tunnels and chambers for storing seeds.
   巢型：偏好地下巢穴，拥有广泛的隧道和储藏种子的巢室。
   • Environment: Should be kept in a substrate that allows for digging and storage, such as sandy or loamy soil.
   环境：应保存在允许掘洞和储藏的基质中，如沙质或壤土。

4. Food Sources (食物来源):
   • Diet: Primarily granivorous; feeds on seeds and small insects.
   饮食：主要以种子为食；食用种子和小型昆虫。
   • Supplementary Feeding: Can be supplemented with protein sources like dried insects or specialized ant foods.
   补充喂食：可以用干昆虫或专用蚂蚁食物等蛋白质来源进行补充。

5. Other Maintenance Tips (其他饲养建议):
   • Temperature Control: Maintain a stable temperature within the preferred range to ensure colony health.
   温度控制：在适宜范围内保持稳定的温度，以确保殖民健康。
   • Humidity Maintenance: Monitor and adjust humidity levels to prevent desiccation or mold growth.
   湿度维持：监控并调节湿度水平，以防止干燥或霉菌生长。
   • Ventilation: Ensure proper ventilation in the habitat to promote air circulation and prevent moisture buildup.
   通风：确保栖息地有适当的通风，以促进空气循环和防止湿气积聚。
   • Safety: Handle the colony gently to avoid disrupting the workers or queen.
   安全：温和地处理殖民地，以避免打扰工蚁或蚁后。