Myrmoteras binghamii

These ants live in tropical forests across Southeast Asia, nesting under leaf litter or in soft soil beneath rotting logs. Colonies are tiny, typically with fewer than 20 workers, and often include multiple virgin queens alongside one mated queen. Queens are semi-claustral and actively hunt during founding. Prey includes springtails, termites, and other soft-bodied insects. With massive eyes and jaws that snap shut in a fraction of a second, Myrmoteras binghamii is built for precise ambush hunting.

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• Humidity: Nest 60–80%, Arena 50–70%

• Temperature: Nest 24–28°C, Arena 21–30°C

• Colony Size: <20 workers (very small)

• Founding: Semi-claustral; queen must be fed

• Feeding: Springtails, termites, soft-bodied prey; sugar water for energy

• Nesting: Use plaster, cork, or fine-grained setups that retain humidity well

• Care Level: Advanced – due to small colony size, semi-claustral queens, and escape risk

Myrmoteras ants are delicate, visually driven, and extremely rewarding to observe. Their incredible mandibles and cooperative behavior offer a fascinating look into the evolution of ant societies.