Pheidole megacephala（广大头蚁）

Pheidole megacephala (广大头蚁)

1. Colony Structure (殖民结构):

   • Polymorphic Workers: Exhibits distinct minor and major workers, with majors having significantly larger heads.
     多形态工蚁: 具有明显的小工蚁和大工蚁，大工蚁的蚁头显著更大。
   • Queen Presence: Typically monogynous, housing a single queen per colony.
     蚁后的存在: 通常为单后制，每个殖民地有一只蚁后。
   • Worker Body Length: Minor workers approximately 2.5 mm, majors up to 5 mm.
     工蚁体长: 小工蚁约2.5毫米，大工蚁可达5毫米。

2. Suitable Temperature and Humidity (适宜的温度、湿度):

   • Temperature: Prefers a warm environment ranging from 25-30°C.
     温度: 喜欢25-30摄氏度的温暖环境。
   • Humidity: Requires high humidity levels, ideally between 60-80%.
     湿度: 需要较高的湿度水平，理想范围为60-80%。

3. Nesting Recommendations (巢室推荐):

   • Nest Type: Prefers soil-based nests with ample tunnels and chambers.
     巢型: 偏好基于土壤的巢穴，具有丰富的隧道和巢室。
   • Environment: Should be kept in a substrate that mimics their natural habitat, such as a mixture of sand and organic matter.
     环境: 应保存在模拟其自然栖息地的基质中，如砂土与有机物的混合物。

4. Food Sources (食物来源):

   • Diet: Omnivorous; feeds on a variety of foods including sugary substances, proteins, and small insects.
     饮食: 杂食性；以各种食物为食，包括糖类物质、蛋白质和小型昆虫。
   • Supplementary Feeding: Can be supplemented with fruits, honey, and commercially available ant foods.
     补充喂食: 可以用水果、蜂蜜及市售蚂蚁食品进行补充。

5. Other Maintenance Tips (其他饲养建议):

   • Temperature Control: Maintain a consistent temperature within the preferred range to ensure colony health.
     温度控制: 保持环境温度稳定在适宜范围内，以确保殖民地健康。
   • Humidity Maintenance: Regularly mist the habitat to maintain high humidity levels.
     湿度维持: 定期为栖息地喷水以保持高湿度水平。
   • Ventilation: Provide adequate ventilation to prevent mold growth while maintaining necessary humidity.
     通风: 提供充足的通风以防止霉菌生长，同时保持必要的湿度。
   • Safety: Handle with care as they can be aggressive and may bite when threatened.
     安全: 小心处理，因为它们可能具有攻击性并在受到威胁时咬人。