The Polyrhachis thrinax, often called the “Hooked Spiny Ant,” is a true architectural wonder of the ant world. These ants are famous for their amazing “armor” they have long, sharp looking spines on their backs that give them a really cool, prehistoric look. Unlike many ants that hide away, Thrinax are arboreal, meaning they love to live up in the trees and bushes. They are gentle, relatively slow moving, and have a unique way of building their nests by weaving silk and debris together. If you want a species that looks like a tiny work of art and behaves peacefully, this is a fantastic choice.
| Feature | Details |
| Origin | Southeast Asia (India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia) |
| Habitat | Tropical forests, nesting in low vegetation or bushes |
| Colony type | Monogyne or Polygyne |
| Queen size | 8mm – 10mm |
| Worker size | 6mm – 8mm |
| Nutrition | Sugary liquids and small insects (likes fruit flies) |
| Humidity | 60% – 80% (They love a humid environment) |
| Temperature | 24°C – 28°C |
| Hibernation | None |
| Difficulty | 4/5 |
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