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How to Raise Ants
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the first thing you need to start an ant colony?
A) A large nest
B) A worker ant
C) A queen ant
D) Ant larvae
  • 2. What is the typical food source for a newly caught queen ant?
A) Insects
B) Sugar water
C) Ant jelly
D) Her wing muscles
  • 3. What type of enclosure is generally recommended for a starting ant colony?
A) Aquarium
B) Test tube setup
C) Large ant farm
D) Wooden box
  • 4. Why is it important to provide a water source for ants?
A) To prevent dehydration
B) To build tunnels
C) To clean their nest
D) To regulate temperature
  • 5. What is a good protein source for an established ant colony?
A) Honey
B) Insects
C) Seeds
D) Fruits
  • 6. What is a good carbohydrate source for an established ant colony?
A) Sand
B) Rocks
C) Honey
D) Insects
  • 7. How often should you feed an established ant colony?
A) Every day
B) Once a month
C) Only when they ask
D) 2-3 times per week
  • 8. What is the ideal temperature range for most ant species?
A) 110-120°F (43-49°C)
B) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
C) 30-40°F (-1-4°C)
D) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
  • 9. What is the purpose of hibernation (diapause) for ants?
A) To survive cold temperatures
B) To lay eggs
C) To hunt for food
D) To molt
  • 10. What temperature is suitable for ant hibernation?
A) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
B) 70-80°F (21-27°C)
C) 40-50°F (4-10°C)
D) 0-10°F (-18--12°C)
  • 11. What is a common nesting material for ants in captivity?
A) Plastic
B) Metal
C) Glass
D) Soil
  • 12. Why is ventilation important in an ant farm?
A) To make it easier to see the ants
B) To prevent mold growth
C) To keep the ants warm
D) To prevent the ants from escaping
  • 13. What is the role of worker ants in the colony?
A) Laying eggs
B) Mating with the queen
C) Foraging and caring for the brood
D) Defending the colony from themselves
  • 14. What is the role of the queen ant?
A) Building the nest
B) Defending the colony
C) Foraging for food
D) Laying eggs
  • 15. What is brood?
A) The queen ant
B) The ant nest
C) Ant larvae and pupae
D) Worker ants
  • 16. What does it mean if ants are constantly trying to escape?
A) They are simply exercising
B) They are happy and exploring
C) They are looking for a new queen
D) Their environment is unsuitable
  • 17. What is a common pest that can infest an ant colony?
A) Bees
B) Mites
C) Butterflies
D) Ladybugs
  • 18. How can you prevent mites from infesting your ant colony?
A) Overfeeding the ants
B) Introducing wild ants
C) Regular cleaning and proper ventilation
D) Keeping the colony too humid
  • 19. What is an outworld?
A) The hibernation area
B) The queen's chamber
C) A container for water
D) A foraging area outside the nest
  • 20. Why is it important to research your ant species?
A) To show off to friends
B) Because all ants have the same needs
C) To provide appropriate care
D) To make them do tricks
  • 21. What should you do if you find mold in your ant colony?
A) Introduce more ants
B) Clean the affected area thoroughly
C) Ignore it
D) Spray it with insecticide
  • 22. What is a nuptial flight?
A) When the ants move to a new nest.
B) When ants are hibernating.
C) When worker ants go foraging.
D) When new queens and males leave the nest to mate.
  • 23. How can you slow down the growth of an ant colony?
A) Give them more protein
B) Reduce food and water supply
C) Increase the temperature
D) Provide more nesting space
  • 24. What is a formicarium?
A) A type of ant food
B) A type of ant
C) An artificial ant nest
D) A water source
  • 25. How should you introduce new ants to an existing colony?
A) You generally shouldn't, it's very difficult
B) Just put them in the nest
C) Give them a shared food source first
D) Slowly introduce them over several weeks
  • 26. What is the pupal stage of an ant?
A) The larval stage
B) The stage before adulthood, similar to a chrysalis
C) The adult stage
D) The egg stage
  • 27. Why should you avoid using pesticides near your ant colony?
A) Pesticides are too expensive
B) Pesticides make ants stronger
C) They are harmful to ants
D) Pesticides attract ants
  • 28. What is a good way to identify an ant species?
A) Guessing based on color
B) Asking your neighbor
C) Using a species identification guide
D) Making up a name
  • 29. What type of substrate should be used for an ant species that likes to dig?
A) Pure sand
B) Sandy soil
C) Clay
D) Gravel
  • 30. How do you prevent escape when connecting a new nest to an existing one using tubing?
A) Leave a small gap for ventilation.
B) Just tape it together.
C) Connect them permanently with glue.
D) Use fluon or vaseline on the tubing.
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