Buy a live Camponotus vicinus colony in its striking jet black form — one of the boldest-looking carpenter ants in the West. Sleek, glossy, and genuinely beginner-friendly, this live queen ant colony is a standout for new hobbyists and a resilient North American native for experienced keepers.
What's included in your live ant colony:
Fertile queen or colony — hand-selected for health and viability
Workers + brood — includes multiple life stages when available, for faster, steadier colony growth
Free feeding dish — pre-loaded in the shipping tube for easy, immediate care
Dual test tube setup — ships in an anti-flood transit tube with a hydration tube for safe long-term housing
Live arrival guarantee — applies when someone is present to receive the package and all shipping criteria are met
Real support — we're a call or email away and will walk you through your first transfer step by step
About Camponotus vicinus (jet black carpenter ant):
The jet black form of Camponotus vicinus is as tough as it is beautiful. Calm, visually striking, and easy to raise, this carpenter ant is one of the best beginner ant colonies for sale — and a resilient Western native worth adding to any collection.
Jet black coloration — sleek and glossy for stunning contrast in any ant farm setup
Beginner-friendly — forgiving, hardy, and simple to care for
Moderate growth rate — ideal for slow, steady colony building
Excellent visibility — large workers make observation and learning easy
Desert-adapted and hardy — a Western carpenter ant that thrives in arid environments and warm setups
How to care for Camponotus vicinus:
Give your colony a warm spot around 80°F with a cooler area so the ants can choose their comfort zone, keep their water source hydrated, and offer sugar plus fresh feeder insects. Vicinus naturally slows for a cool winter dormancy — completely normal and healthy for the species.
Where we ship live Camponotus vicinus:
Available to the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
Orders placed from states not listed above will be automatically cancelled. A 15% restocking fee will be applied, or at our discretion, a legally shippable substitute species of equal value may be sent in its place.
Buy a live Camponotus vicinus colony in its striking jet black form — one of the boldest-looking carpenter ants in the West. Sleek, glossy, and genuinely beginner-friendly, this live queen ant colony is a standout for new hobbyists and a resilient North American native for experienced keepers.
What's included in your live ant colony:
Fertile queen or colony — hand-selected for health and viability
Workers + brood — includes multiple life stages when available, for faster, steadier colony growth
Free feeding dish — pre-loaded in the shipping tube for easy, immediate care
Dual test tube setup — ships in an anti-flood transit tube with a hydration tube for safe long-term housing
Live arrival guarantee — applies when someone is present to receive the package and all shipping criteria are met
Real support — we're a call or email away and will walk you through your first transfer step by step
About Camponotus vicinus (jet black carpenter ant):
The jet black form of Camponotus vicinus is as tough as it is beautiful. Calm, visually striking, and easy to raise, this carpenter ant is one of the best beginner ant colonies for sale — and a resilient Western native worth adding to any collection.
Jet black coloration — sleek and glossy for stunning contrast in any ant farm setup
Beginner-friendly — forgiving, hardy, and simple to care for
Moderate growth rate — ideal for slow, steady colony building
Excellent visibility — large workers make observation and learning easy
Desert-adapted and hardy — a Western carpenter ant that thrives in arid environments and warm setups
How to care for Camponotus vicinus:
Give your colony a warm spot around 80°F with a cooler area so the ants can choose their comfort zone, keep their water source hydrated, and offer sugar plus fresh feeder insects. Vicinus naturally slows for a cool winter dormancy — completely normal and healthy for the species.
Where we ship live Camponotus vicinus:
Available to the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
Orders placed from states not listed above will be automatically cancelled. A 15% restocking fee will be applied, or at our discretion, a legally shippable substitute species of equal value may be sent in its place.
