Specialist ant colonies
Discover unique species, healthy colonies and expert support — all in one place.
A selection from the Ant Atlas. Each species has its own profile, care information and available colonies.
Hairy-headed leafcutter ant
A leafcutter ant that grows its own fungus garden: a showpiece colony for experienced ant keepers, with millions of workers in nature.
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Giant Forest Ant
One of the world’s largest ants: a nocturnal Southeast Asian rainforest species with slow-growing colonies spread over several nests.
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Black garden ant
One of Europe’s best-known ants and a popular first species: one queen, several thousand workers and a straightforward setup.
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Harvester ant
A Mediterranean seed-harvester with one queen, around 10,000 workers and impressive trunk trails: straightforward and fascinating to watch.
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Harvester ant
A large seed-harvesting ant of southern and central Europe. Several queens, thousands of workers and a rewarding first harvester colony.
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Black-headed bull ant
A large, sharp-eyed Australian bulldog ant with a powerful sting: a species for experienced ant keepers only.
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Browse colonies by the type of ant that interests you.
Colonies known for cutting leaves to cultivate fungus.
Shop Leafcutter Ants
Seed-collecting species with distinctive foraging.
Shop Harvester Ants
Large ants, many of which nest in wood.
Shop Carpenter Ants
Species native to Europe.
Shop European Species
Choosing an ant colony is a long-term commitment. ANTELYX is built around helping ant keepers choose well.
Carefully selected species for dedicated ant keepers.
Detailed information to help you make informed choices.
Designed around European ant keepers and collectors.
Clear guidance before and after purchase.
Ant Finder
Not sure which species is right for you? Explore species based on your experience, space, climate and interests.
Species reference
The Ant Atlas is our species reference. Browse by ant type, origin or difficulty and discover:
Good preparation makes for healthier ant colonies and more rewarding keeping. Start with these topics.
Species Spotlight
Giant Forest Ant
Each Species Spotlight introduces one species in more depth: where it lives, how it behaves and what to know before keeping it.
ANTELYX serves ant keepers and collectors in Germany, in Poland, across Europe and in selected Asian markets. Because these are live animals, what we can offer depends on the species, your destination, the rules that apply and the season, so ask us about your country before you choose.
Our main markets. Browse the shop, or ask us about availability.
Ant keepers elsewhere in Europe can ask what is possible for their destination.
We also work with collectors in selected Asian countries, subject to species and local rules.
