Buy a live Camponotus vicinus colony and start with one of the most striking carpenter ants in the West. This is the orange-and-brown variety — vibrant, hardy, and genuinely beginner-friendly. Big, bold, and forgiving, it's exactly what a first ant colony should be, and a rewarding live queen ant for experienced keepers too.
What's included in your live ant colony:
Fertile queen or colony — hand-selected and packed for health and viability
Workers + brood — when available, multiple life stages for faster, steadier colony growth
Free feeding dish — pre-loaded in the shipping tube for immediate care
Dual test tube setup — ships in a flood-resistant transit tube with a hydration tube for long-term care
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 the transfer step by step
About Camponotus vicinus (orange & brown carpenter ant):
The orange-and-brown variety of Camponotus vicinus is as tough as it is good-looking. High-contrast coloring, a calm temperament, and easy care make it one of the best beginner ant colonies for sale — and a favorite among seasoned keepers.
Bold orange & brown coloration — eye-catching in any ant farm setup
Beginner-friendly — slow to moderate growth and very forgiving of the occasional mistake
Native to the Western U.S. — a Western carpenter ant adapted to a wide range of arid and semi-arid climates
Highly visible workers — perfect for observing colony structure and natural ant behavior up close
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 and start with one of the most striking carpenter ants in the West. This is the orange-and-brown variety — vibrant, hardy, and genuinely beginner-friendly. Big, bold, and forgiving, it's exactly what a first ant colony should be, and a rewarding live queen ant for experienced keepers too.
What's included in your live ant colony:
Fertile queen or colony — hand-selected and packed for health and viability
Workers + brood — when available, multiple life stages for faster, steadier colony growth
Free feeding dish — pre-loaded in the shipping tube for immediate care
Dual test tube setup — ships in a flood-resistant transit tube with a hydration tube for long-term care
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 the transfer step by step
About Camponotus vicinus (orange & brown carpenter ant):
The orange-and-brown variety of Camponotus vicinus is as tough as it is good-looking. High-contrast coloring, a calm temperament, and easy care make it one of the best beginner ant colonies for sale — and a favorite among seasoned keepers.
Bold orange & brown coloration — eye-catching in any ant farm setup
Beginner-friendly — slow to moderate growth and very forgiving of the occasional mistake
Native to the Western U.S. — a Western carpenter ant adapted to a wide range of arid and semi-arid climates
Highly visible workers — perfect for observing colony structure and natural ant behavior up close
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.
