Lasius niger

You want to dive into the fascinating world of ant keeping and are looking for the perfect species to start with? Lasius niger (the black garden ant) is the most popular ant species for beginners worldwide – and for good reason! It is extremely robust, easily forgives beginner mistakes in temperature or humidity, and shows impressive colony growth.

From a quiet founding in a test tube to a bustling, active colony with its own street-building: With Lasius niger, you'll experience all the exciting phases of ant keeping up close!