{"product_id":"core-nest-mx-ant-nest-formicarium-medium-ytong-hebel","title":"Core Terra M+ - Ytong (Medium - Large Species) Ant Nest\/Formicarium","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003eBuild your setup your way.....\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003eThis modular ant nest combines durable nesting materials with a precise, protective 3D-printed enclosure. The Ytong core is contained in custom housing, providing reliable moisture control and supporting natural ant behaviour. Designed for stable humidity and healthy brood development, it also allows clear observation of the colony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐜\u003c\/span\u003e Key Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003eDurable Ytong nest insert regulates humidity and supports brood growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003ePrecision 3D-printed enclosure shields the insert from damage and c\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003eontrols hydration to ensure even moisture distribution and reduces flooding risk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent acrylic cover provides clear chamber and brood visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003eUniversal connection design fits standard tubing (13mm \u0026amp; 16mm O\/D) for easy expansion \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen and closed gates regulate nest access via the connection port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal gates allows control of colony expansion as required \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuitable Ant Species\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBest suited for established colonies ready for expansion, ranging from medium to larger species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize 130mm x 115mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNest core material: Ytong \/ Hebel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing material: 3D-printed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewing panel: Clear acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChamber depth options – 15 \u0026amp; 20mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed transparent acrylic cover \u003cem\u003e(purchased separately)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack 3d printed lid\/cover \u003cem\u003e(purchased separately)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetup Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect suitable tubing depending on ant species \u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; color: black;\"\u003e(13mm \u0026amp; 16mm O\/D)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #000000;\"\u003eHydrate the nest as as required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce the colony by attaching the nest directly to the test tube by silicone tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe closed gate can be used to control access while connecting to an appropriate outworld\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHydration Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd water slowly to the hydration area only – 1-2ml at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLightly damp, not saturated — avoid standing water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRehydrate when the nest begins to lighten in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency typically every 2–7 days, depending on species, temperature, and humidity needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain species-appropriate temperatures and humidity level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean outworld regularly; do not wash the nest itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Please note: Ytong is a porous and delicate material, so slight surface imperfections may be present. Each nest is inspected and supplied fully functional prior to dispatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AnTForma","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 15mm","offer_id":54682274824564,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 20mm","offer_id":54682274857332,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 15mm","offer_id":54682274890100,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 20mm","offer_id":54682274922868,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ 15mm","offer_id":54682274955636,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ 20mm","offer_id":54682274988404,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/5058\/0596\/files\/IMG_1983-Photoroom_ed8f50ea-c080-45e1-9fb6-eef1de5673c1.jpg?v=1779842400","url":"https:\/\/antforma.com.au\/products\/core-nest-mx-ant-nest-formicarium-medium-ytong-hebel","provider":"AnTForma","version":"1.0","type":"link"}