Lasius cf. lasioides

Lasius lasioides is a small Lasius species distributed in Southern of Europe and hence doesn't require deep hibernation. In contrary to Laius niger this species is colored more blackish-brown (especially their limbs) and is a bit smaller (2-3 mm). It is also less aggressive. Nests are builded well in deadwood as under stones (in soil).

• Taxonomy: Formicinae
• Size: Workers: 2 - 3 mm, Queen: 7 - 8 mm
• Color: blackish-brown
• Distribution: Southern Europe (Lowlands)
• Nutrition: primary honey- or sugar water and later protein in the form of insects and other small animals
• Hibernation: Yes
• Temperature: 20 - 28 °C
• Nest building: soild nests, deathwood

Lasius cf. lasioides e' stato aggiunto al carrello

Lasius cf. lasioides non puo' essere aggiunto al carrello.