• Fertile Queen or Colony – Hand-selected for health and viability
• Workers + Brood – Includes multiple life stages (if applicable)
• Free Feeding Dish – Included inside the tube for easy, immediate care
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in an anti-flood tube, plus includes a hydration tube for safe long-term housing
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Applies when someone is present to receive the package and all eligibility requirements are met
• Need Help? We’re just a call or email away — we’ll walk you through your first transfer step-by-step
This jet black form of Camponotus vicinus is as bold as it is beginner-friendly. Calm, visually striking, and easy to raise, this carpenter ant species is perfect for both new hobbyists and experienced keepers looking to add a resilient North American native to their collection.
• Jet Black Coloration – Sleek and glossy for stunning visual contrast
• Beginner Friendly – Forgiving, hardy, and simple to care for
• Moderate Growth Rate – Ideal for slow, steady colony building
• Excellent Visibility – Large ants make observation and learning easy
• Desert-Adapted and Hardy – Thrives in arid environments and warm setups
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 outside these states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee to cover administrative and handling costs.
• Fertile Queen or Colony – Hand-selected for health and viability
• Workers + Brood – Includes multiple life stages (if applicable)
• Free Feeding Dish – Included inside the tube for easy, immediate care
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in an anti-flood tube, plus includes a hydration tube for safe long-term housing
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Applies when someone is present to receive the package and all eligibility requirements are met
• Need Help? We’re just a call or email away — we’ll walk you through your first transfer step-by-step
This jet black form of Camponotus vicinus is as bold as it is beginner-friendly. Calm, visually striking, and easy to raise, this carpenter ant species is perfect for both new hobbyists and experienced keepers looking to add a resilient North American native to their collection.
• Jet Black Coloration – Sleek and glossy for stunning visual contrast
• Beginner Friendly – Forgiving, hardy, and simple to care for
• Moderate Growth Rate – Ideal for slow, steady colony building
• Excellent Visibility – Large ants make observation and learning easy
• Desert-Adapted and Hardy – Thrives in arid environments and warm setups
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 outside these states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee to cover administrative and handling costs.
