The Camponotus fallax is a hidden gem of the European forests. Often called the “Timorous Carpenter Ant,” these ants are the masters of living a quiet, arboreal life. They have a sleek, polished black look that shines like glass and a very slender, elegant body shape. Unlike some of their larger and more aggressive cousins, Fallax is a shy and peaceful species that prefers to live in small, manageable colonies inside dead branches or bark. If you are a keeper who appreciates the “less is more” approach and wants a species that is calm and perfectly suited for a beautiful wooden setup, this is the one for you.
| Feature | Details |
| Origin | Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia |
| Habitat | Sun-exposed dead wood, forest edges, and orchards |
| Colony type | Monogyne (One queen per colony) |
| Queen size | 8mm – 10mm |
| Worker size | 4mm – 9mm (Polymorphic) |
| Nutrition | Sugary liquids and small insects |
| Humidity | 30% – 50% (Prefers a dry nest) |
| Temperature | 22°C – 26°C |
| Hibernation | November to March at 5°C – 10°C |
| Difficulty | 2/5 |
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