Many of you were wishing for more Ant Scenes - Let me know if you enjoy the Extra Footage in-between! 💬😃 🐜 Our LASIUS NIGER colony: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fKKm1aaFZd2WmLQ.html 💻 JOIN OUR ANT KEEPING COMMUNITY: discord.gg/PBw6BvU

@grexodus5493

2 жыл бұрын

The extra moments with the music are nice

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like the music. Fan of ant watching too👍

@joannmarzi2056

2 жыл бұрын

thx for the videos

I enjoy watching my ant caring for their pupae

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I also find it cool that they often move them to the warmer spots of their nest

I enjoy watching how the ants take care of their nests as a whole. Them having a set place for garbage and always cleaning. To me that is just amazing

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, ants are far more organized than what most people think. However, I've also had "messy" ant colonies, that left their garbage everywhere😂

@joannmarzi2056

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna lol

Oh wow that’s a very nice setup

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, nice to watch + ants like it a lot :) Here's the build kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKR6rtKooZPeYZs.html

I really enjoyed watching this! Great video. I really enjoy seeing ants interact with eachother. Like running back to the nest to let the colony know there is food, feeding eachother and moving and tending to brood 🐜🐜🐜🐜🐜

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the ant running back and recruiting more workers to e.g. get to the food source is worth observing :)

I love it that you make setups that let your ants behave as they would in the wild. I enjoy watching animals/insects in a nateral setting, it brings out the best in them. Great vid' as usual. More please....😎

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello again Den! What I particularly like about this ant farm is that it also lets you monitor the ants quite well - while letting the ants do their thing! 🐜🐜🐜

Look for acrylic cement for gluing the nest in place. Much tidier! I have started doing these nests for most of my colonies this year.

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

I have purposely chosen silicon here, because I had to feel a few gaps. But you are right: acrylic cement makes it tidier! Thanks for mentioning👍

I love feeding time. My new (1st) colonies of Camponatus love miele worms!

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, growing colonies are fun to watch when feeding :) Camponotus also love sugary stuff - like honeaywater or sugarwater

I love watching my ants hunt live prey and take it back to their nest and love to watch feed on their first meal

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

haha - On that note: The reaction of nanitics when they get to eat their first honeywater is adorable! 😂

I love how they dig and make chambers for brood is so beautiful

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, this ant farm definitely lets the ants do how they want to in terms of housing :)

Your videos are great. Always happy to watch

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! :)

Again with the calm music - it's great! it's almost time to search for queen ant's where I live (south africa) now year 3 hopefully i'll get lucky this year.

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I wanted to make a turn back to the origins with the music in this video :) Do you keep any colonies currently or are you on the search for your first Queen? Good luck!🍀

@coffee_gaming

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna Thank you for the good luck i'll need it i'm on the hunt sir! it's about queen time in south africa now I don't have any colonies "soon" if i fail i will get online. Take care! - no reply needed I respect your limited time to to everything!

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

In this video I mention a few tricks that might help you when looking for Queens 😉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/oY2VmJWKmJTbo9o.html

I love your vids make them more often plz. I also keep ants

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hello again! I am doing my best to push these videos out 📺

@joannmarzi2056

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna thx

So fascinating to watch lasius Niger considering something like night happen in the future. Wonderful colony and colony update :D

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

The colony is doing really well again. They have tons of brood :)

I missed the build for this nest, definitely going to go back to see it I really like the look

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

It gives the ants a lot of freedom on how they make their living space - and Lasius Niger seem to like that a lot! Here's the link to my Build Tutorial section: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKR6rtKooZPeYZs.html

stay safe and keep up the good work (:

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Ben, thanks! Always working on something - here is the new video for you to watch😉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/ammI1KOoqdunktI.html

"drag through the opening" *cuts away* stellar work :D

@AntsVienna

3 ай бұрын

Sorry, my mistake... I should have included that footage!

Love your making process of these sand formicariums, and the results for your Lasius one. I'm planning something similar for a Lasius niger colony, and another for Pheidole pallidula one

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

You have to try something like this out - the ants LOVE it!🐜🐜🐜

ty for one more video ❤️

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Already working on the next one😉

This was great and very relaxing, love the sand nest idea!

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the ants are free to shape the chambers however they want to :) Here's how I built that DIY ant farm kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKR6rtKooZPeYZs.html

They seem to be doing very well 👍, great video

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'm glad they like their new setup :)

My Lasius queen that I caught this summer - already has 16 workers I am wondering when to move her to a larger nest as the tube is fairly large and there is still a lot of space but I do not know if these ants like to be squeeshed together like some other species in the founding stage

@AntsVienna

8 ай бұрын

Hello there. For now just hibernate them in the test tube for winter. Next season place the open test tube in a small outworld and watch them explode in population 😃

@BadJuice

8 ай бұрын

@@AntsVienna awesome thx 🙏

Very cool channel, what do you feed your ants and do you prepare it? (Ex: freezing the insect)

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello there. Glad you like my content. Here is the video for you 😉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/iKeizryQfc2tZ7w.html If you have more questions feel free to comment anytime

nice video and cool shot but isn´t it a bit to moist? i saw condensation were they stored there pupae and pupae are often stored dry i could very well be wrong what are your thoughts on it?

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hey there. I do actually try to keep some parts of the nest moist and others dry. The ants deliberately chose to build that chamber there and place the pupa in. I'd say they should know what's best for them🙂

Hi

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hello Chan!

I too have a couple queens and if it weren't for this video they would be without soil

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help out then👍 Make sure to keep L. Niger Queens separate, because they are monogynus

@kristijanveljaca1687

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna Yes they are being kept separatly

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Mentioned that just in case, because there are people who keep the together and wonder why all of them end up dead one day (after fighting each other). Hope your Queen grow well into nice colonies! 🐜🐜🐜

@kristijanveljaca1687

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna Thanks!

hey! i have a farm similar to this, just wondering how you water your sand - do you only water the top?

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hello sebastian! Yes, only I water the top sand of the nesting area and the water/humidity finds its way down :)

Hello, im beginner in ant keeping and started with Lasius Niger. Since how many workers should i start giving them parts of insects/mealworms. My queen has 13 workers and is still in First Step/test tube. Love your Lasius videos!

@MrNitidus

Жыл бұрын

i didnt give them any proper protein yet. any tips are welcome

@AntsVienna

Жыл бұрын

Hello there. Congrats on your first colony! I would give them small drops of honeywater until the colony has around 20-25 workers. After that give them access to a small outworld (foiraging area) where you place a small piece of (pre-killed) mealworm or spider. Hopes this helps you out on your first steps. Also, here is a playlist for beginners in ant keeping that will provide you with additional tips😉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/gX162bSHgai3prg.html&ab_channel=AntsVienna

@MrNitidus

Жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna so I shouldn't give prekilled parted insects into first step? I've heard about possibility of intruder alert. If you wouldn't respond my plan was to give them small part of mealworm on foil. In 2-3 days. They have constant access to honey and water.

@AntsVienna

Жыл бұрын

If you try that with the foil then you need to place the mealworm piece as near as possible to the test tube entrance (cotton), since the ants will be using formic acid to desolve it and if they use to much they can kill themselves. This has happened to me with Camponotus workers in the past.

👍🐜❤️🇪🇦

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

🐜🐜🐜👍

Hi what plaster do you recommend for making ant formicarium

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

I always recommend non-toxic plaster, that does not mold too fast

I just caught my first Myrmica queen today! Do you have any tips on keeping them as I’m new to this genus.

@sLife_-

2 жыл бұрын

I think initially almost all queen ants need to be placed in test tube setups or other not too big setups, in dark & warm...

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your Queen! Yes, I have some Tips for Myrmica in this video😉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/gJuAj6lqitqyeLA.html

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

A little bit different for Myrmica, since they are Semi-Claustral !

@khidaly5016

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I knew they are semi claustral. This is my second semi claustral queen I’ve ever kept.

Η βασίλισσα campanotus vagus που έπιασα τα πάει πολύ καλά έχουν εμφανιστεί οι πρώτοι workers τι πρέπει να τους ταΐσω εκτός από mealworms και sugar water;

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Geia sou Eleni. Mealworms, sugar water + kanoniko nero kai eisai ok gia fetos ;)

FiRsT!!! Ok I am joking. I am not 5 years old

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting 👍 That first seems to apply to all generations tbh😂

What camera do you use for filming your ants? I’ve been wanting to video my upcoming colonies

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

You'll be surprised to hear that I filmed this particular video with just my cell phone (Huawei P30 amzn.to/3BS5bbz )

@Jacksonhoch1

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna do you use a different camera for your regular videos? I think I can just record on my iPhone, and I ordered a macro lens for it. Would that work well?

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you should be able to record respectable Quality videos with your iPhone👌

do you have a shop? if not then you should make one

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Jo Ann! No, I don't have an online shop yet, but since you guys keep asking I 'll have to do so eventually😉

@joannmarzi2056

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsViennamy name is soul I'm on my grandmas account

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

haha ...If your Grandma knew 😜

how do you look rfter your ants

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Remi. Are you talking about this particular ant farm? Watering is once a week (dropping water over the nesting sand area) and food I give them twice a week protein + sugars (usually turkey/mealworm + honeaywater)

I have a question i am keeping my first colony ever. A Lasius Niger colony. Theyre test tube cotton has a but black/brown colour. Should i worry? And if yes what should i do?

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hello there. No, you should not worry right now - you should be worried IF the cotton starts turning green (mold). Should that happen I suggest placing the test tube of your colony in an outworld and provide them a second, clean test tube where they can move in if they feel they need too. Hope this helps you out! Should you need more ant keeping tips you can join our ant chats here💬 discord.gg/PBw6BvU

@PoffHistory

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna it really helps out man! Thank you so much. I will watch over them, but i also have a second question i have my colony now for like 4 months and how many times a week can i peek into their nest now? Because first weeks i got them it was recommended to peek once a week

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

hello again! As long as your Queen is alone I suggest checking on her max once a week. When she has her first workers (5+) you can start checking on them twice a week.

Should I take other pupae and give to me lasius Niger Queen ???? PLS I NEED ANSWERS 😅

@AntsVienna

10 ай бұрын

If they are Lasius pupae it should not be a problem

@duckyjoe9992

10 ай бұрын

@@AntsVienna ok thank you and I’m sorry from asking the question twice Keep up the good work

What is that pink thing in the nest

@AntsVienna

Жыл бұрын

What pink thing? Time in the video?

@Harrym2341

Жыл бұрын

When we saw the queen

@Harrym2341

Жыл бұрын

2:52

@AntsVienna

Жыл бұрын

Oh... That's a corn of seramis. I used it as a breathing layer underneath the sand. You can see it in the nest build video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKR6rtKooZPeYZs.html&ab_channel=AntsVienna

@AntsVienna

Жыл бұрын

It's brown, just looking pink due to backlight😂

Looks a bit wet to me I never saw a wild nest that wet ever

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Well, you don't get to see wild ant nest anyway - as they are underground. The ants chose that spot themselves though. There are also dry spots in the nest they could dig in and place their pupa, but the preferred to do it there

What’s happened to your lasius emarginatus colony

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Jerome! Colony is doing good - can make a quick update video if you want 😉

@jeromedavis4527

2 жыл бұрын

Bro my lasius emarginatus ain’t laying and it’s hot all my other lasius queens are laying

@jeromedavis4527

2 жыл бұрын

Could you make a care guide for us

@jeromedavis4527

2 жыл бұрын

Would be helpful basically my queens has gotten fat and there’s black stuff inside her abdomen I’m very worried

@jeromedavis4527

2 жыл бұрын

My lasius Niger’s 200 workers strong now

second

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Seems like it 👍

@sifou0550

2 жыл бұрын

*In a deep woman voice* You can't defeat me!

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

haha 😂

@sifou0550

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna got the reference?

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, to your comment about being first (and not 5 yr old😜)

Please don't use the n word

@AntsVienna

2 жыл бұрын

haha! the n word is spelled with double g. Plus this is literally the name of that ant species

@mightylotan

2 жыл бұрын

@@AntsVienna ok sorry im bad at spelling