Ant Substrates

I’m wondering whether I should let my queen ant hibernate through the winter or try to keep her active. I have a Formica queen and I’ve read that some species naturally enter dormancy during colder months. Should I let her rest in a cool, dark place and just offer occasional food and water, or do I need to maintain a specific temperature to encourage activity? I’d love to hear how others have managed their queen ants during the winter months.

  • Formica queens typically undergo a period of dormancy during the colder months, so it's best to provide a cool, dark place for her to rest. During this time, reduce feeding and only offer water occasionally to prevent her from becoming too active. For more details on species and care, you can explore ants for sale UK to understand the needs of various queens throughout the year.