Prenolepis melanogaster (黑腹前结蚁)

Prenolepis melanogaster (黑腹前结蚁)

1. Colony Structure (殖民结构):

   • Polygynous: Colonies may contain multiple queens.
     多后制: 群落可能含有多个蚁后。
   • Queen Body Length: Approximately 3.5 mm.
     蚁后体长: 约3.5毫米。
   • Worker Body Length: Approximately 2.5 mm.
     工蚁体长: 约2.5毫米。

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

   • Temperature: Prefers a temperature range of 20-28°C.
     温度: 适宜温度范围为20-28摄氏度。
   • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity levels, around 50-70%.
     湿度: 适宜中到高湿度水平，约50-70%。

3. Nesting Recommendations (巢室推荐):

   • Nest Type: Prefers nests in leaf litter, under stones, or within rotting wood.
     巢型: 偏好叶层下、石块下或腐木内的巢穴。
   • Environment: Should be kept in a substrate that mimics their natural habitat, such as a mix of peat, sand, and soil.
     环境: 应保存在模拟其自然栖息地的基质中，如泥炭、沙和土的混合物。

4. Food Sources (食物来源):

   • Diet: Omnivorous; feeds on a variety of foods including sweets, proteins, and fats.
     饮食: 杂食性；以多种食物为食，包括甜食、蛋白质和脂肪。
   • Supplementary Feeding: Can be supplemented with small insects, honey water, or commercial ant food.
     补充喂食: 可以用小型昆虫、蜂蜜水或商业蚂蚁食品进行补充。

5. Other Maintenance Tips (其他饲养建议):

   • Temperature Control: Maintain consistent temperature within the preferred range.
     温度控制: 保持环境温度稳定在适宜范围内。
   • Humidity Maintenance: Regularly mist the habitat to maintain appropriate humidity levels.
     湿度维持: 定期为栖息地喷水以保持适当湿度。
   • Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation to prevent mold and fungus growth.
     通风: 确保充足通风以防止霉菌和真菌生长。
   • Safety: Handle the colony with care to avoid disturbance and maintain colony health.
     安全: 小心处理群落以避免干扰并保持群落健康。