• Fertile Queen – Authentic Myrmecocystus melliger, carefully selected for health and vigor
• Free Feeding Dish – Included for convenient feeding directly in the tube
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in a secure, flood-resistant transit tube, plus a classic water reservoir tube for long-term colony success
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Applies when someone is present to receive the package and shipping eligibility is met
• Personal Support – Need assistance? We’re always here to guide you step by step through the transfer process
🧬 Why Myrmecocystus melliger?
Often compared to the closely related Myrmecocystus mimicus, the melliger stands out with its slightly larger size, noticeably wider gaster, and richer orange coloration on the head and darker colors on thorax and gaster . This makes them a truly eye-catching species for any ant enthusiast.
• Bolder Coloration – Distinctive deeper orange hues across the head and thorax
• Robust Build – Slightly larger with a wider gaster than typical mimicus, making them stand out in a colony
• Honey-Storing Repletes – Known to develop nectar-filled repletes, a fascinating adaptation to desert life
• Dynamic Colony Behavior – Active, hardy, and a joy to observe in captivity
• Perfect for Warm Setups – Naturally adapted to thrive in hot, arid environments
⚠️ Shipping Restrictions:
Available to ship only to:
Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas
Orders placed outside these approved states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee to cover handling and administrative costs, as outlined in our policy.
✅ Don’t miss your chance to add this vibrant and captivating honey ant to your collection.
Order your Myrmecocystus melliger queen today and experience the excitement of keeping one of the Southwest’s most striking native ants!
• Fertile Queen – Authentic Myrmecocystus melliger, carefully selected for health and vigor
• Free Feeding Dish – Included for convenient feeding directly in the tube
• Dual Test Tube Setup – Ships in a secure, flood-resistant transit tube, plus a classic water reservoir tube for long-term colony success
• Live Arrival Guarantee – Applies when someone is present to receive the package and shipping eligibility is met
• Personal Support – Need assistance? We’re always here to guide you step by step through the transfer process
🧬 Why Myrmecocystus melliger?
Often compared to the closely related Myrmecocystus mimicus, the melliger stands out with its slightly larger size, noticeably wider gaster, and richer orange coloration on the head and darker colors on thorax and gaster . This makes them a truly eye-catching species for any ant enthusiast.
• Bolder Coloration – Distinctive deeper orange hues across the head and thorax
• Robust Build – Slightly larger with a wider gaster than typical mimicus, making them stand out in a colony
• Honey-Storing Repletes – Known to develop nectar-filled repletes, a fascinating adaptation to desert life
• Dynamic Colony Behavior – Active, hardy, and a joy to observe in captivity
• Perfect for Warm Setups – Naturally adapted to thrive in hot, arid environments
⚠️ Shipping Restrictions:
Available to ship only to:
Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas
Orders placed outside these approved states will be canceled and refunded minus a 15% processing fee to cover handling and administrative costs, as outlined in our policy.
✅ Don’t miss your chance to add this vibrant and captivating honey ant to your collection.
Order your Myrmecocystus melliger queen today and experience the excitement of keeping one of the Southwest’s most striking native ants!
