Me too :lol: That's probably why none of my hydro-stone set-ups are as cool as the one in that link. Nowhere near as large either. But one day I hope to build a huge set-up. I get tired of having to let my Pogo colonies loose after only a couple years.Ah, yes! I am planning on building a hydrostone nest. I just have to figure out exactly how?I stink at building stuff!
Are you thinking of "The Ants of New Mexico"? If so, I'll email you a copy. It's only about 400 pages
The book I gave him in Tucson was "The Ants" and you can get a copy here:
Don't dream too long! Get started on that farm today. Obviously you will want to start a bit smaller then an entire wall. Where are you located? Unfortunately you probably missed the mating flights if you live in the US. But you can start researching available species in your area and find when they may fly next year. Then start planning on your first formicaria.
Here is a link for it, http://antfarm.yuku.com/topic/885 I will try to build a small one with hydrostone. It is going to be a trial and error thing for me.Ah, yes! I am planning on building a hydrostone nest. I just have to figure out exactly how?
Thanks for the link!! Right now most of the ants look very similar to me, that book will certainly help.Are you thinking of "The Ants of New Mexico"? If so, I'll email you a copy. It's only about 400 pages
http://www.amazon.com/Ants-Bert-Holldobler/dp/0674040759/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1314734347&sr=1-1
There is currently a used copy for $52! I managed to pick up Christians for only $25 but don't expect to see that price again! "The Ants" is THE ant book. But very technical.
Ok, I have a little experience with plaster habitats. I like them a lot except for not being able to see the ants build their own tunnels
That last one was in a jar set in a deep dish of water used as a security moat and drinking water supply.
