| Tip #1 - Putting
the ants into the Observatory |
| If you have a narrow opening in the top of your
observatory you will probably want to roll a piece of paper into a
funnel shape that you can pour the ants through down into the
observatory. Ants are cold blooded so they slow down when they get
cold. Place the ants in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes to slow
them down before you dump them into the observatory. This will make it
easier and safer to get the ants into their new home.
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| Tip #2 - Water |
| To give better care to your ants give them a few drops
of water every day. Don't make their sand so wet that water pools up on
top and they drown in it, but do give them a few drops every day. To
give your ants an extra boost of energy and a real treat they will
love, mix a pinch of sugar in a teaspoon of water and give it to the
ants once a week. |
| Tip #3 - Food |
| The best foods for harvester ants are small pieces of
fresh fruits and vegetables. Celery, Apple, Lettuce, work real well
because they are not real "mushy" and sticky. Don't overfeed the ants.
They only need 2 or 3 small pieces every two days. After two days if
the food has not been completely eaten remove it. This will keep mold
from growing in the habitat that could harm your ants. Another good
thing to feed ants is sugar water as in Tip #2. |
| Tip #4 -
Temperature |
| Temperature is a big factor in how long your ants live.
Ants will live longer in a cool room at temperatures of 60 to 70
degrees. Don't keep the ants in a place where they are hit by direct
sunlight as this will cause the temperature inside the ant habitat to
rise.
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