The Polyrhachis bicolor, fittingly known as the Two-toned Spiny Ant, is the perfect “fashion statement” of the ant world. While many Polyrhachis are monochromatic black or silver, Bicolor sports a stunning contrast: a deep, matte black head and abdomen paired with a vibrant, fiery orange / red thorax and legs. They are a smaller, more delicate looking species, but don’t let that fool you. they are incredibly active and possess the same sharp, defensive spines that make this genus so iconic.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Origin | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand) |
| Habitat | Tropical rainforests and coastal shrublands |
| Colony type | Monogyne or Polygyne (Depends on the local population) |
| Queen size | 9mm – 11mm (Robust with a red thorax) |
| Worker size | 6mm – 8mm |
| Nutrition | Sugary liquids (high preference) and small insects |
| Humidity | 60% – 80% (Requires a humid tropical environment) |
| Temperature | 24°C – 28°C |
| Hibernation | None |
| Difficulty | 3/5 |
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