My ant colony moved nest and it is oddly fascinating

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks for watching! Please also watch my non-ant videos. They are equally bad, I promise... more content: patreon.com/Homemade_ecoystems

[@MichaelPiz]

Good to see Bob and Soldier Ant living their best lives. I was worried about regicide there for a moment but Queenie looks nice and healthy.

[@nexolu973]

2:55 your video in some days will have no sense Btw how are you😊

[@SciencewithSadeed]

More updates on lasius niger please

[@RealPhantomGamer]

Tbh its nice seeing a video that's not super edited

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

I'm good, thanks!

[@AnjaliyaIronwolf]

Don't ever stop the soldier ant meme. It's so good

[@welcome_to_the_own_zone]

i would have to unsub

[@MuCaliX]

@@welcome_to_the_own_zoneDo it then nobody fking cares about your 1 unsubscribe

[@SolomonR.M]

soldier ant fuck yea

[@jahcreator]

Yes agreed it just works

[@Peter.....]

@@welcome_to_the_own_zoneYOU CANT BE TALKING YOU GAVE BEEN HERE FOR 15 YEARS AND ONLU HAVE 5 SUBS

[@d.m.3722]

I love the part with the AmEiSeNaUsBrUcHsChUtZ Öl because I am German and enjoy it to see people from other countries trying to speak german

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

"Trying" is the keyword here

[@rink7723]

doin great. heard worse@@HomemadeEcosystems

[@Aurora.6788]

​@@HomemadeEcosystems it could be worse and as we all know: that's good enough

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

@@Aurora.6788 that is the motto of his channel

[@justaponyyy]

same, but he did well (enough)

[@Nobody9257]

The thing that drives me to watch these videos is the engagement and excitement in your voice. Really pushes towards the next minute and it just keeps going. Awesome content mate!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣

[@anastasiasnow593]

Honestly his voice is calm and I like it. If you don’t like it that’s fine but don’t be rude. That is not constructive criticism. It’s a video about ants how much excitement do you need?

[@AntApprentice]

while mold can be an issue, typically if the ants aren't trying to avoid it, then it's safe, black mold is not usually harmful, but moving them was still a smart idea

[@PrismaticatheOne]

that picture of Buff Bob the soldier ant gets me every time. no Idea why, since that's a normal picture of a soldier ant and that is totally what they look like. great video by the way. glad to hear the Bob colony is doing well.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

That is indeed totally what they look like!

[@leucocrinum]

I'm afraid that Bob is not Soldier Ant. They are two different ants. (Bob's a worker, not a soldier.)

[@SolomonR.M]

soldier ant fuck yea

[@thejudgmentalcat]

Soldier ants need their own Doom soundtrack 😂

[@SolomonR.M]

soldier ant fuck yea

[@Kyle-tn7wd]

Fr

[@Redenmir120_cz]

Doomguy And Kratos: Im scared of Soldier ant

[@lupexium3308]

I find youtubers with the dullest voices are usually the best

[@backwards7]

I am going to experiment with lifting my kettlebell in front of a motivational screencap of solider ant, to see if this results in any improvement in my overall performance.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣

[@migwat]

Pls update

[@FluffyTheGryphon]

You are so much more entertaining than AntsCanada. No BS, no talking down to your viewers, just quality content and light humor.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thank you!!

[@liuqmno3421]

I would love to disagree with you, but AntsCanada's videos have really become unenjoyable to me. Luckily we still got quality ant content!

[@DamageMaximo]

Agree 100%

[@AM1KZ1]

​@@HomemadeEcosystemsi love your vids ❤

[@Xaaaach]

⁠@@liuqmno3421Yeah, I used to watch AntsCanada all the time. But after a while they just became too much. Not entirely his fault, he just adapted with the KZbin formula, but it’s a shame.

[@dualrotorhelicopter]

the best ant content. no clickbait, no slop, no brainrot, no 80% of a video being past ones, just Soldier Ant :)

[@Retostl]

I prefer this channel to ants canada, no cringy posing in from of the camera, no attempts at life philosophy, just Soldier Ant and cricket eating, brilliant!

[@bushyice]

I enjoy both, buy AC really does make good content and I love his life philosophy, I think we're all forgetting that many people started liking ants because of him, might be boring for some now but he is a good dude(also don't forget the rhino beetle Olympics)

[@Retostl]

@@bushyice only reason I watch AC is because nobody else has that level of production value

[@thexanderthemander]

Cringy poses in front of the tank and cringy monolog that sounds like poorly written TV. "YOU WONT BELIEVE WHAT HAPPENS NEXT." "MY JAW HIT THE FLOOR" "Awesome uwu "

[@irateamatsu]

​@@thexanderthemander lmao

[@joaoruiz2577]

Born too late to explore the seas Born too early to explore the stars Born just in time to see ant youtube trash talking

[@ocelotgaming72]

i swear this channel had like 50k subscribers or something only like 6 months ago, but now its over 200 k so well done man.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks! Yeah last year this time I had about 5000 subscribers so it has gone very fast!

[@_silas_victor_3352]

​@@HomemadeEcosystems you'll get million too I love your content 😭 And stop naming your animals Bob get some new names please 😭

[@Static140]

​@@_silas_victor_3352you don't like Bob? 😢

[@nanyur3013]

​@@_silas_victor_3352how dare you not like *_bob_* 😡😡😡

[@_silas_victor_3352]

@@nanyur3013 sorry 😔

[@Qermaq]

I was thinking that the soldier ant is much bigger than the other ants. One might call it a GI ant.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣

[@rayaqueen9657]

How do I give this 100 upvotes? Too good!

[@PIXOgaming]

-_-

[@ShepherdTorrent]

Soldier ant always cracks me up. Absolutely so glad I found this channel a few months back and have loved every video that’s been uploaded.

[@Peloxce]

5:34 was the most polite to flip us off, and the funniest love your humor

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

😂

[@fireunderworld4755]

Bro just made this video pg13

[@Cow_Juice]

I love your humor! Lol 😂 Also hooray for Bob the worker and ANThony the soldier. 😆

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣

[@theanimationchannel2736]

⬇ SOLDER ANT

[@emirolmez4332]

Giga Ant

[@bruhbruh9895]

Ant colony you say? Could you mean *_"The Bob Army"_*

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

True, they are all Bob

[@bruhbruh9895]

@@HomemadeEcosystems you confirmed it, this is a canon event now.

[@8lynx817]

they are like the Borg. But they are the Bob. We are Bob

[@Static140]

Hi, Bob. My name is Bob 👋

[@nanyur3013]

​@@Static140hi, bob. my name is bob

[@swellestorc975]

This vid needs to get 150k likes

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

No 🤢

[@Static140]

More cricket jam, please lol

[@mike8877665544332211]

Messor barbarus can escape through the top lid of the nesting area, it is too light and they can slip through, i had the same problem with the same nest. Either also but oil on top of the nest or put something like a coin on top of the lid. I used a cotton swab to apply the oil on the nest area.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

This is messor angularis but this probably applies to them too, thanks for the tip!

[@mike8877665544332211]

@@HomemadeEcosystems yeah, i guess bigger species manage to do this and as seen by your SOLDIER, you already got some big Bobs crawling around. Edit: You can easily catch them without hurting them with cotton pads. I had them prison break several times in my office until i figured out how they did it.

[@RandomStuffxvz]

Ok can we just stop a minute and take a second to admire this guys Rolex😮😮😮

[@catw4938]

I really like your voice and your videos lol many people hate on your voice but I think its very entertaining, i always laugh at your jokes too!!! Keep up posting please 😊

[@epicfail3167]

5:29 So much humor condenced into just 3 seconds And that dry delivery seals it You may just be my new favorite youtuber

[@FriendlyKat]

Your editing and commentary is getting funnier and better each video! Soldier Ant is a Chad. You gotta keep that bit going. Also we love recurring characters like Bob. 5:30 Okay THAT got me! Well done. Well done.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thank you!

[@melatonin1371]

Cant believe this guy owns a Rolex and still is humble enough to not click bait us

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

😁

[@izaori5980]

Your videos make me feel so guilty! As a kid, I hated ants simply because my mom hated ants. Your videos have made me come to love ants! I had no idea that they varied so much, other than 'black' and 'red'. Thank you (and Bob) for enlightening me x3 I hope your ants stop escaping!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Now you know better!

[@jinglejackdingle9823]

Crickets are my favorite food.

[@ProfesinalulYT73737]

do you mean you eat crickets?

[@randomchshorts]

@@ProfesinalulYT73737 I think he does...

[@nanyur3013]

*w h a t*

[@Onsvaltti]

Never change your humor. You are perfect just like you are right now.

[@desertviking]

The ants and the narration is on point, subscribes!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Welcome!

[@LemonOfJoy]

I like his humor and this series 😂. I WANT MORE!!

[@vala1277]

Same. The self deprecating humor is endearing and the little puns too.

[@ToniSteve-og5sr]

Btw uf the ants arent moving but they could, the mold might be not deadly to them. Thanks for your videos. Have a great day, Toni.

[@davidd5374]

the thing u did at 5:33 😆😂🤣🤭

[@silentdeath7847]

Took me some time to notice he was giving me the finger😂 was to busy checking out that fancy clock

[@HandleTaken77777]

The humor sets you apart from the rest. I love it.

[@rink7723]

damn i love this Ant soldier meme and guitar riff never stop it :D

[@Lillian2167]

I left a like for all of Bob's hard work! Love the videos about the ants, so interesting.

[@stevescrub1294]

That's a nice watch man, you got some serious bling

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

I know, it are real diamonds

[@DudeInPPG]

bro is eating *EVERYTHING* that ants have

[@theghostofthomasjenkins9643]

and some where out there, ants are eating what he has. it's come full circle.

[@mumenRhyder]

I love your sense of humor 😂 thank you for the ant education, they really are fascinating

[@dragjamon]

I never thought I'd be so entertained watching ants

[@DailyDoseOfNature8]

have been looking forward to another video, loving it so far!

[@Sanuka_Nisalitha]

Your other comment" The thin and curved waist on that queen is so GORGEOUS!" is weird.🤔🤐🤮

[@azgaming9291]

nice video. btw, sick rolex, cant wait to buy my own!

[@assassinschris]

Soldier ant !!! 😂 you crack me up man awesome video 😂😂😂🐜🐜🐜

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks!

[@daves2hd]

Okay a few notes here. The mould that forms in the test tubes is usually fairly harmless. Though it's better not to have it, the health risks for the ants is very small. Unless you get big fluffy white and/or yellow moulds. I think moving them to the formicarium is a bit too soon and risks creating mould outbreaks there. Since the colony is so small they can't keep the entire space clean and might use corners of the formicarium as part of their bathroom/junk/graveyard area. You might not want to move too quickly, especially in the winter periods Messor sp. isn't the most active sp. as it is and their growth is naturally slower. My advise would be to grow the colony in a test tube or a small 1 tot max 2 room formicarium until they grow bigger (or disconnect the pre-shaped one at least so they can build the size they need in the sand). At least until they reach 50 to 80 workers. Also my like is for Bob, just so we're clear!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks for the tips and concern! This is messor angularis so they don't have a winter/slower period. The colony is growing very fast the past few weeks so the tube would have become to small soon. So far I noticed that they collect their dirt in the top far right corner of the right nest so I can reach it. Lets hope they keep that spot 😁

[@stolenlaptop]

But you clicked on it so it's on you haha

[@gaveintothedarkness]

LOL I though you were going to parody the Ants Canada channel intro for a second. The dramatic intro and music followed by the nursery music.

[@bio241]

How can a video make zero sense if there is a buffed soldier ant in it?

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Very true

[@MinigunL5]

Hey your Messor colony looks amazing! I've been ant-keeping for almost 4 years now, so here's a few things I wanna points out: -The mold on the cotton is normal. Cotton will always mold when wet and as long as it's not 100% covered in mold, or the mold doesn't have any sporangiophores (google it), then it's probably safe for the ants. The soil ants live in is full of mold so as long as the cotton is moist the ants should be fine. -The tube still has plenty of water left in it. The ants can live in a that tube until the water literally runs out 100% and the cotton dries. -That nest is big for them. Ants should preferably fill about 50-75% of a brand new nest depending on the species. In the wild they aren't used to having so much extra space so something they can deposit trash in the extra space which can mold if the nest is humid. I don't think you need to move them out or anything but be careful that they don't deposit trash inside the nest. I keep Messor barbarous and they're pretty clean ants (although they poop everywhere) so you'll probably be fine. Anyways, I'm so glad you're enjoying keeping ants :) Our hobby needs more big KZbinrs spreading the joy of ants!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks for the tips! I don't consider myself a big youtuber but I do enjoy making ant content 😁 for now the ants store their trash at the top of the nest so I can reach it. Lets hope it stays that way

[@Fuminex]

150K LIKES, WE WILL DO IT

[@adcooper9881]

A true man of your word. Keep up the fun content and I'll keep watching.

[@meme_gangster]

Airtight bet 6:38

[@cassandranoice1563]

The Queen is definitely my spirit animal.

[@DailyDoseOfNature8]

boogerbread is delicious, I remember from my childhood *lies*

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣

[@gamemaster85b]

The ANTics in this video do not disappoint! Congrats, and keep them coming!

[@Appletartsleaf]

i liek this seriesz

[@Yue_yunn]

You're right I WAS waiting for the soldier ant song🤣🤣 it's iconic!!

[@Himanshusharma94011]

calm down. your videos are getting a bit out of hand with their extreme energy, my dude. you're making me anxious btw i am from India🇮🇳 👇

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

I'm sorry, I know that first line was a bit too extreme

[@swilleh_]

Your humor definitely surprised me, i didn't think that someone with such a peaceful voice could make jokes like those.

[@KalebKidd-dn9wy]

Face reveal

[@mo-s-]

no

[@stevepalpatine2828]

No

[@nikolas_lamprakis]

No

[@matthieumenard8149]

No

[@joshuataylor5080]

"You clicked on this video, so this is on you." Audience: "You're the one who said 80,000 likes so those crickets are on you."

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Damn, you got me there

[@Kay13Jay]

You should pick one of the Mr Olympia body builders and use their yearly competition comparison photo everytime SOLDIER ANT gets bigger.

[@Emuser012]

I was sent this randomly expecting nothing much out of it but I was pleasantly surprised in the end thinking about the little things in-between when raising your own ant colony.

[@markstraatman8780]

8:25 "You were waiting for an interrupt music, weren't you?" Got me! Keep up the droogkloterij, it makes your videos really fun to watch ;)

[@Hermslice]

honestly some of the most interesting content on youtube right now. keep it up! love this!

[@matthewella8280]

even tho its only ants but its pretty cool how they are like army soldiers and move trash and clean and do stuff its pretty cool

[@steinthor]

Your translation skills are undoubtedly impeccable. I'm native oil speaking, and you translated that oil good well.

[@bioinvasion_]

You can cover the sides of the sand formicarium, they might make their tunnels closer to the sides. If you don't cover it they might just get comfortable with light and be easier to observe tho

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Yeah they have dug a lot more since I finished this video, they are now observable on both sides but most on the back side that is not covered so that is a bit weird

[@bioinvasion_]

@@HomemadeEcosystems Great! Good luck and have fun watching your colony grow :)

[@khills]

@@HomemadeEcosystems It’s not “properly” covered, but if you keep it like we see it in the video, facing the wall (that close to the wall) will still create a dark side of the colony, as it were. 😊

[@UnderASwiftSunrise]

I'm glad to see the Bob Army is doing well. Also appreciate the effort to film with a narrative. I just set up my terrarium two days ago in anticipation of getting a jumping spider. I included some isopods, millipedes, and spring tails from my garden. They don't do much but burrow in the soil, so good job to you for having the patience to try to film them! Thanks for the great content!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Yes it indeed takes A LOT of patience filming these animals. They don't always do what you want 😅

[@5mania5]

Can't wait to see bigger stronger soldier ants! *cue the music*

[@Crazee108]

The dead pam delivery is great and gives davie vibes, the bass player haha

[@lmc689]

This channel and Life In Jars are my favorites for deadpan nature humor and facts. The only ones I hit the bell for too because y'all post so infrequently lol but it's worth the wait! Looking forward to the next one, Bob. Much appreciation for you and for sharing what you do!

[@skittlessky9213]

It's good you kept your word to eat the cricket. The humor you have is entertaining!

[@Smallfri321]

Another quality vid from a quality KZbinr. Gonna be a good day :)

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Thanks!

[@rococogoth]

I saw the video and sat there anxiously waiting until lunch to watch this. I love your videos, especially the ant ones!!

[@montellwashington5464]

Your accent is the only reason I keep watching lol and I can tell you’re nervous it’s okay just imagine your talking to yourself but ima keep watching

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

I don't know why I sound nervous but I am not😂 I have made over 50 videos so it would be weird to still be nervous.. Thanks for watching!

[@roberthak3695]

dang, I just found my new favourite series and intellectual interest... learning about ants

[@Buki_sandwich]

This was the 2nd video I watched, so that opening voice was a big surprise.😮

[@littleMui-fan]

Bob and is the best out of all the ants. This is one of the most hilarious videos i’ve seen in a while.

[@Justin-fn1ey]

I just discovered your channel, and your humor and genuine care for the ants made me stay. I look forward to your future videos!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Welcome!

[@litt1efoot95]

Never before have I felt compelled to start an ant farm.

[@catherinepoloynis]

These ant colony chronicles are very relaxing and entertaining.

[@TerrorofDeathDGX]

Soldier ant is my homie, always represent them with the music! Also thank you for these videos. I didn't think I'd find them this fascinating but here I am wrapped in ant drama. Also I've gone through the comment section and seen no Archer jokes. So ahem, "Do you want ants?! This is how you get ants!"

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

You are one of the first to make that jokes yes😂

[@eamonia]

You're fuckin' great, dude. Seriously. Like a well refined standup comedic artist you've really got your whole act together. You're funny, entertaining and have really interesting content. I'm sure art imitates life in this case but I genuinely love your "character."

[@IsakAxel-sz9ym]

-what do you want to be when you grow up bob -SOLDIER ANT

[@jared_17]

This guys videos are hilarious 😂

[@samanthawilliams7298]

I love the soldier ant meme! Loved the Rolex watch part! I laughed out loud during this video. Loved it! Can't wait for the next!

[@Dexcalibur420]

I know its probably pretty challenging to make these kinds of videos about ants. I mean how do you produce a video and tell a story if not much is going on, on any given day? But I really appreciate the content. I absolutely love ants, and your care and consideration for these fascinating creatures is not something I've seen from many other ant channels. A lot of the other guys I've seen don't seem to genuinely care for their wellbeing as much as you seem to. Also I'd love an update video on the other ant colony.

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Yeah the health of the ants goes before making content! The other 2 colonies are now in hibernation but they should come out of it in a week or 2 so more updates soon!

[@Whocares158]

Every time the Soldier Ant 🐜🪖💪🏽 pop up I couldn't stop laughing. 😂

[@n8made988]

I never thought a series of videos about ants would keep me so entertained lol

[@QueenCaitiePie]

Oh please don’t change! You never fail to have me howling in laughter! Don’t stop flipping us off!!

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

🤣 Never thought I'd see those words lol

[@orewatowi]

I’ve just found your channel and I am trying not to laugh as I should be asleep! I enjoy your commentary and explanation of the ant activities.

[@warret8201]

bob needs lowkey a army promotion!

[@zechariahkendallgreen7657]

I just watched the whole ant playlist to be caught up for this video

[@BlueFire11.0]

Lol he's really funny while we get some ant experience

[@Shimmer_LadybugYT]

Bro made my day with the SOLDER ANT

[@amaressewastaken]

Every time I thought you were done with the Soldier Ant joke, I got a little sad. Then they were back anyway. Rock on, Soldier Ant

[@Heretowatchstuff]

I subscribed for the Rolex finger. And the soldier ant music.

[@candrashipe9534]

Don't ever stop the soldier Aunt meme it is so good I don't even know what to say it's so good I love the soldier meme it's perfect I really do love it🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dandychiggins7240]

No idea why I got your videos recommended, but I'm glad the algorithm brought me here, subbed for the soldier ant 😆

[@HomemadeEcosystems]

Welcome!

[@leucocrinum]

Your style is so funny, including the “Solider Ant” cuts, but I paused to like the video as soon as you followed Bob and used she/her pronouns for her. I love that.