Pogonomyrmex occidentalis fresh caught queen
🚚 SHIPPING INCLUDED — NO HIDDEN FEES!
All live ants now ship in upgraded insulated boxes with a heat or cold pack based on your local temperatures — 2–3 day expedited shipping is fully included at checkout. Just select Free Shipping and you’re set.
What’s Included:
• Fertile Queen – Pogonomyrmex occidentalis, a fast-growing and widespread North American harvester ant
• Brood (Eggs, Larvae, Pupae) – Early-stage development included to support successful founding
• Free Feeding Dish – Included for direct feeding inside the tube
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in an anti-flood transit tube and includes a hydration tube with water reservoir for long-term housing
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Valid when someone is present to receive the package and shipping eligibility is met
• Need Help? Contact us for a step-by-step transfer guide — we’re always happy to help
Pogonomyrmex occidentalis – Hardy Harvester Queen with Brood
A classic and beginner-friendly harvester species, P. occidentalis is found across much of the western and central U.S. Known for its hardworking behavior, rapid colony growth, and striking red-orange color, this species is a favorite among both new and experienced keepers.
🧬 Why Keep This Harvester Ant?
This species offers an ideal blend of low-maintenance care and fast-paced activity. While beginner friendly, it’s important to note that P. occidentalis can deliver a potent sting—making it better suited for older hobbyists.
Key Features:
• Fast Growth Rate – Excellent for building large colonies quickly
• Wide Distribution – One of the most common native harvester ants in the U.S.
• Vibrant Coloration – Typically red to reddish-orange with darker gaster
• Beginner Friendly (with Caution) – Easy to care for, but not suitable for young children due to stinging capability
• Granivorous Diet – Primarily feeds on seeds, great for naturalistic feeding
Fun Fact: P. occidentalis colonies can number in the thousands in the wild and are known for creating large, dome-shaped gravel mounds across open grasslands and prairies.
⚠️ Shipping Restrictions:
We currently ship Pogonomyrmex occidentalis queens to all U.S. states except Florida and Hawaii.
Orders from restricted states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee, per our terms of service.
🚚 SHIPPING INCLUDED — NO HIDDEN FEES!
All live ants now ship in upgraded insulated boxes with a heat or cold pack based on your local temperatures — 2–3 day expedited shipping is fully included at checkout. Just select Free Shipping and you’re set.
What’s Included:
• Fertile Queen – Pogonomyrmex occidentalis, a fast-growing and widespread North American harvester ant
• Brood (Eggs, Larvae, Pupae) – Early-stage development included to support successful founding
• Free Feeding Dish – Included for direct feeding inside the tube
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in an anti-flood transit tube and includes a hydration tube with water reservoir for long-term housing
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Valid when someone is present to receive the package and shipping eligibility is met
• Need Help? Contact us for a step-by-step transfer guide — we’re always happy to help
Pogonomyrmex occidentalis – Hardy Harvester Queen with Brood
A classic and beginner-friendly harvester species, P. occidentalis is found across much of the western and central U.S. Known for its hardworking behavior, rapid colony growth, and striking red-orange color, this species is a favorite among both new and experienced keepers.
🧬 Why Keep This Harvester Ant?
This species offers an ideal blend of low-maintenance care and fast-paced activity. While beginner friendly, it’s important to note that P. occidentalis can deliver a potent sting—making it better suited for older hobbyists.
Key Features:
• Fast Growth Rate – Excellent for building large colonies quickly
• Wide Distribution – One of the most common native harvester ants in the U.S.
• Vibrant Coloration – Typically red to reddish-orange with darker gaster
• Beginner Friendly (with Caution) – Easy to care for, but not suitable for young children due to stinging capability
• Granivorous Diet – Primarily feeds on seeds, great for naturalistic feeding
Fun Fact: P. occidentalis colonies can number in the thousands in the wild and are known for creating large, dome-shaped gravel mounds across open grasslands and prairies.
⚠️ Shipping Restrictions:
We currently ship Pogonomyrmex occidentalis queens to all U.S. states except Florida and Hawaii.
Orders from restricted states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee, per our terms of service.
🚚 SHIPPING INCLUDED — NO HIDDEN FEES!
All live ants now ship in upgraded insulated boxes with a heat or cold pack based on your local temperatures — 2–3 day expedited shipping is fully included at checkout. Just select Free Shipping and you’re set.
What’s Included:
• Fertile Queen – Pogonomyrmex occidentalis, a fast-growing and widespread North American harvester ant
• Brood (Eggs, Larvae, Pupae) – Early-stage development included to support successful founding
• Free Feeding Dish – Included for direct feeding inside the tube
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in an anti-flood transit tube and includes a hydration tube with water reservoir for long-term housing
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Valid when someone is present to receive the package and shipping eligibility is met
• Need Help? Contact us for a step-by-step transfer guide — we’re always happy to help
Pogonomyrmex occidentalis – Hardy Harvester Queen with Brood
A classic and beginner-friendly harvester species, P. occidentalis is found across much of the western and central U.S. Known for its hardworking behavior, rapid colony growth, and striking red-orange color, this species is a favorite among both new and experienced keepers.
🧬 Why Keep This Harvester Ant?
This species offers an ideal blend of low-maintenance care and fast-paced activity. While beginner friendly, it’s important to note that P. occidentalis can deliver a potent sting—making it better suited for older hobbyists.
Key Features:
• Fast Growth Rate – Excellent for building large colonies quickly
• Wide Distribution – One of the most common native harvester ants in the U.S.
• Vibrant Coloration – Typically red to reddish-orange with darker gaster
• Beginner Friendly (with Caution) – Easy to care for, but not suitable for young children due to stinging capability
• Granivorous Diet – Primarily feeds on seeds, great for naturalistic feeding
Fun Fact: P. occidentalis colonies can number in the thousands in the wild and are known for creating large, dome-shaped gravel mounds across open grasslands and prairies.
⚠️ Shipping Restrictions:
We currently ship Pogonomyrmex occidentalis queens to all U.S. states except Florida and Hawaii.
Orders from restricted states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee, per our terms of service.
