Myrmecocystus Placodops

Myrmecocystus placodops — the jewel in the honeypot crown. Prized for its rich cherry-red coloration and fast growth, placodops is a must-have for any serious Myrmecocystus collection.

• Founding: Fully claustral — the queen raises her first workers on her own reserves.
• Growth: Fast-growing for a honeypot, rewarding keepers with a thriving colony sooner.
• Diet: Sugars and nectar to fuel the repletes, plus insect protein for the brood.
• Coloration: Standout cherry-red workers — among the most beautiful in the genus.
• Native range: Arid southwestern U.S.

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