• A close-up macro shot of a black and orange myrmecocystus mendax worker crawling on reddish-brown soil near a piece of wood.
  • Myrmecocystus mendax, Polygynous Honeypot Colony (3 Queens) - Royal Chamber Ants
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Royal Chamber Ants

Myrmecocystus mendax — Polygynous Honeypot Colony (3 Queens)

Myrmecocystus mendax — Polygynous Honeypot Colony (3 Queens)

$80.00 USD
$80.00 USD
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Myrmecocystus mendax — a striking western honeypot offered as a polygynous colony: three queens raised together in one nest for a faster, more resilient start. Like all honeypots, it fills its repletes with golden nectar — living larders that hang from the nest ceiling.

  • You'll receive: three fresh-caught queens with brood, ready to found together as one colony.
  • Polygyny: Multiple foundresses cohabit, so growth comes faster than a single queen can manage.
  • Founding: Fully claustral — queens raise their first workers on their own reserves.
  • Diet: Sugars & nectar (kept available at all times) plus insect protein.
  • Famous for: repletes — living storage workers swollen with gold.
  • Difficulty: Intermediate — warm, dry, and sugar-rich is the recipe.

New to honeypots? Read our Myrmecocystus mendax care guide →

From their chamber to your door — shipped with care by Royal Chamber Ants.

Native range (U.S.): Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah.

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Miloyang

I really enjoyed my experience. Everything was very good, and I particularly liked the quality of the service. I would definitely recommend it to others.

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Dave Benedetti

Amazing company to deal with. Great communication fast shipping . Great quality of stock

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Atirevon Colbert

I couldn't be happier with this colony. The queen arrived healthy, active, and well-packaged, with excellent care taken during shipping. She settled in quickly and has been doing great. The overall condition exceeded my expectations, and it's clear the colony was well cared for before being sent.
Communication throughout the purchase was smooth, and everything arrived as described. If you're considering buying from RC Ants, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them based on my experience. Looking forward to watching this colony grow!