{"product_id":"pogonomyrmex-rugosus","title":"Pogonomyrmex Rugosus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePogonomyrmex rugosus\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rough harvester ant, and one of the most visually striking harvesters in the hobby. Large workers with a bold contrast of deep red and black make an established colony a genuine showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully claustral — the queen raises her first workers entirely on her own reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Granivorous — a quality seed mix is the staple, with insect protein to feed the brood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; look:\u003c\/strong\u003e Among the larger harvesters, with striking red-and-black coloration that stands out in any setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arid deserts of the southwestern U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy and drought-adapted — straightforward to keep with a dry, warm setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle with respect:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePogonomyrmex\u003c\/em\u003e carry one of the most potent stings of any insect. Keep the colony secure and handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom their chamber to your door — shipped with care by Royal Chamber Ants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to this species?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/care-pogonomyrmex-rugosus\"\u003eRead our full Rough Harvester care guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Chamber Ants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54464166756657,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0869\/0375\/0961\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_24b21e34-e377-45c9-9d89-e7dfda66a7ef.jpg?v=1780944713","url":"https:\/\/rcants.com\/products\/pogonomyrmex-rugosus","provider":"Royal Chamber Ants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}