MY CARPENTER ANTS' NEW WOODEN ANT FARM | Watch Collective Ant Intelligence at Work

[@AntsCanada]

Greetings, AC Family/Ant Lovers, sorry for the late video again! This episode took so long to make and was really hard to film/edit. I hope you guys like this week's episode, and if you did, remember to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE (hit the BELL and Select ALL for Notification Squad) to join our ever-growing AC Family! Ant love forever! So, question: What should we name our two queen carpenter ants? Taking name suggestions now! Go!

[@sheepyleepy..2806]

@@venia..4529 get a life

[@sheepyleepy..2806]

@UC5bnDFaIttKG8KPE_ijgV2Q exactly

[@CaeLzXD]

5 Ok Edit:Thanks for 3 likes in 5th comment lol. Edit again -_-: I'm not talking about this bot, I'm talking about antscanada

[@g4lactic61]

@@venia..4529 wtf

[@garredbell2159]

these bots. . .

[@dthomas428]

Support this channel everybody! It's educational for all ages. Something the whole family can watch and enjoy together.

[@TherealLaserdog]

it's a big ad for ant farms it just happens to be educational

[@AntsCanada]

Thank you! Ant love forever!

[@thefishisraw117]

@@AntsCanada termites!! please!!!!

[@bonb6438]

@@thefishisraw117 Yesssss

[@idy01211]

@@thefishisraw117 yesss

[@midgematic8659]

I’ll admit Im a bigger fan of the Ebony Empire; their queen seems so much more like an individual and who’s more of a “if you want something done right, better do it yourself” kinda lady. Not sure, we just usually see the Queen being led by others, while the Ebony Queen is much more like you said a people’s leader. Good for her 😇

[@antera8231]

Maybe...

[@Kooaid-9]

They’re also not murderers lol

[@nullified5744]

@@Kooaid-9 Proceeds to rip off an ants head

[@wa1k3r8]

Ebony Army

[@emojishorts9317]

Uhm ur in antscanda yt |-■-|-~-| I'm a fan of him (antscanda)

[@Smol_Schan]

I love how independent the queen is! Perhaps this ant species is evolved to have very productive Queens early on, perhaps even permanently. I mean, the queen is only bigger, and an often be stronger and just as useful.

[@tebalashara4895]

This is what I’m thinking it’s every wired

[@khoinguyenthe3822]

queen ant can live to 50 year

[@MatsMatsuo]

I don't think so, the queen needs to be hide/protected at all costs, one little injury in the reproduction system, and all the colony is gone. I don't think that was typical behavior, but I'm just guessing ofc

[@LaserKatze]

@The last Bean bender ants have personalities not extrem personalities like humans but some ants tend to be more adventurous than others

[@Queer_Nerd_For_Human_Justice]

@The last Bean bender It's true animals have personalities and behavioral quirks and maladaptions just like humans. I think it was shown that cats have their own version of autism. So I would not be surprised if you're right. She could have a rare personality type, what we would call a mental disorder if she felt it was disruptive to her life, which of course we don't have a way of asking her.

[@Ottocide]

Ebony's Queen is by far the most awesome Queen I've seen yet. Her colony was cut from a different cloth, every single member has been so proactive.

[@TytoT-pj9lz]

I feel the queens both deserve actual names, rather than titles (such as "The Ebony/Redwood Empress"). Thus, I suggest that they be named, Queen Midnight and Queen Garnet respectively.

[@moontheastroyaut7081]

I'd say a better name would be "Ebony Devil"

[@TytoT-pj9lz]

@@moontheastroyaut7081 so... her surname is Devil? Because I'm trying to say an actual name would be better, as opposed to just calling her "The Ebony (blank)".

[@hopecamalian2651]

I like the name “Redwood Empress” OwO

[@TytoT-pj9lz]

@@hopecamalian2651 I'd still prefer her be named Empress Redwood in that case, as again, it makes it sound like she has an actual name rather than just a title. Still, I see where you're coming from.

[@antera8231]

YESS, NOO = MAYBE...

[@lightspiritblix1423]

That moment at 9:16 where the queen has like 3 larvae in her mandibles just bringing them back to the brood pile is just such a great image for some reason.

[@SharikMik]

I think they are eggs

[@Tyler_VernonHowell]

@@SharikMik Larvae and Ant eggs are the same thing.

[@Memistical]

@@Tyler_VernonHowell That’s like saying 1=2

[@Tyler_VernonHowell]

what does that have to do with larvae

[@Memistical]

@@Tyler_VernonHowell How is a larva and an egg the same thing?

[@ShortHax]

I think you should call the Ebony Empire’s Queen: “Queen of Spades”

[@whagment]

Why tho

[@WaitedBadger9428]

Spade Queen.

[@Daburii]

Maybe one of the future spaces of the ebony empire will be the palace

[@Sam-bd8kn]

And then you'd have to name the Red Wood Warriors queen the queen of either hearts or diamonds. Whichever one you think works best AC!

[@MistyForest0034]

That is really good 😊

[@hyboirds1536]

I assume carpenter ants must have some natural tools to deal with mold, but I am a bit worried about mold forming in the wood towers. I've been in carpentry most of my life and have seen some insane mold in wood. Especially when the wood has holes and extra moisture. Hopefully it won't be an issue, but definitly something to keep an eye on. Edit - Apparently some carpenter ants eat mold/fungi. After a little Google research it seems there should not be a problem, they are clearly adapted to live in damp wood and deal with the conditions that entails.

[@hazadacrafter5852]

You know your stuff

[@jilliandeleon6354]

I love how you left a comment where you shared your concerns with out bashing him and then you went and did your own research and came back and gave the information! This is the way things should be

[@hyboirds1536]

@@hazadacrafter5852 lol I try my best, thanks tho!

[@hyboirds1536]

@@jilliandeleon6354 I've been learning alot this last year about discourse on the internet. Too often people are on the offensive and are looking for an opponent to argue against. I'm making a concerted effort to leave more constructive comments and double check myself before saying something stupid. It's too bad it's gone the way it has, if everyone on the internet used it to better ourselves and take advantage of such a powerful communication tool, we would be in a way better boat right now lol! But thanks for noticing the effort =p

[@hazadacrafter5852]

I have a queen just laying her first brood as we speak I’m so excited

[@CompostByWinnie]

This queen has so much attitude. I love her. Also thanks to you Mikey, ants are literally all I care about. Side note: I literally said out loud to no one “where is their housewarming gift” right as you mentioned it. Lol

[@babygreen17]

the best editing, narration, music indeed! not just the love of ants keeps me watching but all of these.. 😳

[@AntsCanada]

Thank you for noticing the details and supporting the ants! Ant love forever! ❤🐜

[@ThePrinceofPlots]

What’s the music at the beginning?

[@DoseOfMaurice]

Having me smiling for ants 😭💪🏽😂😂😂

[@babygreen17]

@@ThePrinceofPlots Resolution by Wayne Jones and Warrior Strife of Jingle Punks. Anyway it's on the description.

[@antera8231]

YEAHHHHHHHHHH...

[@tthomas1111]

My favorite is the RedWood colony, simply because I was born in Redwood City, CA and have always been fascinated by the tree and it's wood products. Queen "Sequoia" is quite lovely! 😍

[@McNaBir]

I was just about to suggest this!

[@eugenejamesbon4355]

wow

[@myrmatta1]

I had the same name idea!

[@Skyrem-dm7hj]

Wait I think that's perfect

[@antera8231]

Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh...

[@armandasjuska1204]

Ants: start working owner:nice ant queen: starts helping to work owner: wait, thats illegal

[@andrewberthiaume7323]

Nothings illegal when you're a featured colony here

[@hopecamalian2651]

L O L

[@robnavarro8195]

You made me laugh 😂

[@antera8231]

HA HA HA! 😂😂😂

[@I_exist687]

She wanted to feel like a worker ant

[@landomt8138]

I’ve been a huge fan of the Ebony Army ever since they were the most adventurous colony in the Camponoseum! Their pioneering spirit is admirable, and their queen is so brave! I like the name Sacagawea after the Shoshone guide and interpreter who guided the Lewis and Clark expedition.

[@cjplanes]

this queens more of an individual than just a queen ant, so I think she deserves a name and not just a title

[@stephenponnet462]

It's really interesting to me how the queen acted in this video. I used to think of Queens as fat lazy ants only laying eggs. But they're actually just worker ants with a different purpose. Like how she washed herself instead of her workers doing it.

[@antera8231]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO...

[@DestinationX85]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO...

[@justsomegamerwithoutmustache]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO...

[@user-cx9un9fs7q]

Proceeds to break chain cause I hate chains.

[@Katelic_o]

@@user-cx9un9fs7q w

[@yhatsupsotheracc]

Just a suggestion- what if you put a layer of dirt on the surface, or even plants, so the ants would feel even more at home? Also, if they dumped their garbage out, you could introduce isopods and springtails, so you didn’t have to clean it up.

[@AntsCanada]

Yes, definitely planning on doing that!

[@bfufhryrrhtjhxbdgkjgutitjh7877]

@@AntsCanada hi mike

[@aureliuswolf5554]

@@AntsCanada cool

[@zazfes5757]

I agree with this but if I were you I would add an outworking for that after a bit of colony growth

[@zazfes5757]

Outworld, I made a typo

[@rahh_teo]

The queens have gone so far now, I'm so happy for them

[@ecave3435]

Ant Queen has evolved into Workaholic Ant Queen

[@bridges363]

9:24 ants Canada questioning if that’s a queen or a worker.

[@eugenejamesbon4355]

yeah

[@weukk]

you should name the ebony empires queen "The Royal Worker" because she's a queen but she is always helping the workers out like she's one of them.

[@ItsEnderDiego]

Always fun to to see every queen has their own poresonality, and ebony's queen is one who like to scout things out herself.

[@tylerlockard1685]

I look forward to each video like it's my favorite TV show but I know mother nature works at her own pace.

[@KiingDa3rd]

The queen frim colony 2 is amazing. I love the narrative perspective that she thinks shes a worker.

[@Bryan-Ace]

Colony seven actually

[@KiingDa3rd]

@@Bryan-Ace ah, yes

[@esthersingh01]

She want to be a worker

[@justadepressedguywithnobi]

She to her workers be like yea the good old memory i have been a worker on my child hood

[@ChaosMagnet]

I’d name these two queens Aspen and Magnolia, two species of trees whose names have been used as human names for centuries. I also like Hemlock as another possible name for one of them.

[@Local_Graffiti]

I’m like the names

[@IRespectfullyAskYouToLeave]

I love those! 🥰

[@the-Jubi-no-okami]

i dont get it...

[@antera8231]

That hard to read and cool!!!

[@Midorikonokami]

Yup!

[@bekahbabie]

The Ebony Empire’s Queen is sooo cute!!!! What a strong, independent yet sociable woman 🥺💘

[@deathlesssnow6292]

The care and love you have for the ants is absolutely amazing!

[@markocapin97]

There was only one " the people's queen (princess)" , her name was DIANA so there is my name suggestion. Big love from Croatia.

[@dukeofkeredon3109]

Diana, Queen of people's hearts 💗☺️

[@Kochie11]

I loved this queen. Her hands on approach to everything was awesome to see.

[@Cassy8954]

I’m not necessarily a fan of ants but I can’t stop watching your videos 😅 Very interesting and educational!

[@AntsCanada]

Thank you for giving ants a chance! Ant love forever!

[@ananthukrishna5259]

Same

[@dranoradragonqueen1494]

same

[@Sincro_1]

@@AntsCanada Queen Cotton and Queen Scarlet

[@eugenejamesbon4355]

same

[@DinoBattlesDude123]

the queen is becoming a big worker now😂😂 9:17

[@thetwitchywitchy]

honestly i’ve fallen in love with your channel, your camera is so incredible and the crisp, up close footage really lets you see the nuances in their behavior, i’ve NEVER been interested in ants before i found your channel. I’m a massive animal and nature lover but insects scare me even though i’m 30 lol but your videos have actually made me want to keep an ant colony which is so NOT something I ever thought I’d ever even think of doing and I think that’s so amazing! Your upbeat positive personality is so infectious and your passion for educating and showing the world have amazing these creatures is truly incredible :) i’m really grateful for youtube for channels like yours that spread such cool educational content for free to so many people. Thank you for spreading a love for the environment ❤ it’s so important that we teach next generations to feel compassion and love for our planet and the creatures on it, changing minds over generations is the only way we’ll save our planet ✌️

[@govis9554]

Hello! I dont know if this will be seen or not, there's already a thousand comments, but have you ever thought of putting a micro camera inside or maybe built into the inner sanctum of the ants? cameras can get pretty small these days and having a running stream of inside the nest might be interesting to see.

[@Yvngkid_]

Thats a great idea if he could get those

[@kobee3931]

Also charging the camera would be a problem, having to start, charge and take out the camera to obtain the recording would take too much effort especially with a colony growing at this rate.

[@kobee3931]

@@PeppyOctopus it wasnt in the inner chambers of the ants tho, it was close to the ground on foliage

[@antera8231]

MICRO CAMERA DON'T FLIM MACRO FOOTAGE BRO!

[@godzillatoons3947]

Queen name: Mothra She has a striking resemblance. And even though the queen doesn't have wings, the name, 'Mothra' is the name of a Toho kaiju who is a moth (in Japan) and a wasp with monarch butterfly wings (in America).

[@darwinskeeper421]

I'm glad to see the ants enjoying their new homes. I would go for "The Queen of Hearts" for The Redwood Warriors, and "The Queen of Spades" for The Ebony Army. I also have a question regarding the fate of the other colonies. Will you give the other colonies time to build up their numbers and then bury their test tubes in the yard? Have you been contacted by local ant keepers who might want to take on one of these starting colonies? I like the two colonies that have been chosen and the Ebony Army queen seems rather unusual. I know very little about ants (outside of what I have learned on this channel) but my impression is that queen ants, and queen honey bees, tend to be somewhat submissive, and follow the lead of their workers. I'm surprised at the initiative this queen has taken. May the new colonies, both the two you have adopted and the others we have watched, live long and prosper.

[@thekitty-o-kat]

yes these are the best names!!

[@twbillionare9568]

He said either in the last video or the one before that he would let them build up their numbers then release them

[@BlowUpCapacitor]

I vote for "Queen of the Abyss". .... For assistance in documenting the hive you may want to consider using a Raspberry Pi or Arduino mini camera to automate the task. Whats really cool is in the code, its simple to write an image tracking algorithm to measure the activity of your hive. Thanks for the videos.

[@guraishguraish5321]

ok

[@ebonygillens8462]

I’ve never felt so connected to an ant colony in my life 😂

[@teddybear1395]

The queen for the red wood warriors should be named “queen Ruby”, or “queen rubrum” (Latin for red)

[@roelkoot8625]

Or australian

[@apss5736]

Someone copied your comment

[@Godzillagamer1577]

HAHA LATIN I USED GREEK

[@MegicTheGriffin]

Isn't Queen Ruby a name in WoF? Its a cool name tho :D

[@teddybear1395]

@@MegicTheGriffin what is WoF?

[@iampancake7275]

Omg that Queen seriously went, “I’m not done! I still have things to experience! Things to see!”

[@sabbie9731]

How did you become so passionate about ants? I recently found your channel and I'm blown away by your love and dedication to the ants. What made you first realize you love ants?

[@natalieeuley1734]

I know you asked AntsCanada but I am a huge fan of ants like he is. My love for ants started all the way back in preschool, when other kids didn't want to play with me outside, and instead I would provide my own entertainment by watching ants. I always was mesmerized by them, but that's kind of all it was for a while. Until in second grade, my teacher had a book on ants in her classroom. When I read it and learned about what ants really are like, I became obsessed. I wanted to learn everything about them. Now, I am not yet an antkeeper, but that's because I don't have any pets at the moment. My life isn't stable enough yet to have pets. That said, I think what pulled me in most when reading that first book- and what made me want to learn more as I grew up- was how complex their world was when all it looks like they are doing is crawling in trails or masses in and out of their ant hill. They have an entire hidden world down there, and that's just so cool.

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

Go to his channel, click on videos and flip them so that the oldest is first. Obviously the film quality isn't what it is now, but he has a lot of really interesting info on it. I believe there are some Q&A vids too. Though basically, he was one of those kids who loved bugs and basically still is! (I mean that with massive respect and gratitude for him sharing his passion, btw. And I'm old enough to be his mum. Just...)

[@Visy23TheElf]

The joy in your voice is positively contagious! And I’m loving this content! Been watching it for the last hour or two and I can say, I’m hooked

[@gabe-po9yi]

The back and forth of the brood, absolutely fascinating. Lol, when the one snatched the larvae out of the other’s mouth.

[@benjiwayne4295]

Just think, when/if you move these ants into a larger setup, you can place the wood nests onto a shelf like a keepsake. You could also place them into the setups above ground like how some people place a castle, for your ants it would be an ant made castle. 🤷‍♂️

[@cloudydreams4020]

I’m very very new to this channel, so I’m glad I came in during a naming! I’ve knelt recently found ants so interesting, but your script and cinematography are beautiful. I’m personally partial to the Ebony Queen, she got down from her thrown to make her own decision on the nest, as such, I think she should be named Agatha

[@lardizabalrichardpauldasco4053]

I want the colobopsis/redwood warrior Name to be " THE DARK MAJOR" Since it has a lot of different size of major ants, and it really excites me to see their very first major. I want to see a round headed ants haha its really cool.

[@oreo_249]

Ebony's Empire got into my heart as the number 1 colony, which was eager to Explore their new environment first and it made me feel good to see them grow so fast! Id like to name the Ebony's queen, the queen of spades

[@markbarger5334]

It's been great watching you grow and the mile stones you're reaching on KZbin and in life, keep up the great work

[@jackthompson7546]

You know, I'm not squeamish of bug but when you see lots of bugs I get itchy at times while they scuttle around. After watching this channel I dont get that much anymore, it's such a different take on ants. I've even got my roommates kids into ant watching lmao (keeps em occupied)

[@robsonfujii461]

I suggest we call the queen of Ebony Army Queen Jeanne, from Jeanne d'Arc. The braveness, the heavy armor and the leadership of the queen ant inspired me. Also d'Arc reminds of dark, that fits for the ebony wood. As for the Redwood Warriors, wood warriors reminds me of native americans. But I don't have any suggestions.

[@sukuyanthefallen6419]

For the Redwood Warriors Queen, *Taneisha* (Means: Fairy Queen, or Life, of American origin) as for the Ebony Army Queen, I think the name *Adelina* (Means: Noble kind; small winged one, of Latin origin) *Will the ants expand on the tunnels and holes you made for them already or will they just suffice with what they currently have?* This is so cool to watch, it's so amazing to see nature do what it does best. I would love to see a video of the ants eating at normal speed though. Watching the sped-up footage is really cool, as it's easier to see their social stomachs expand and fill up. I don't know about anyone else in your subscriber list but I would sit and watch a video of the ants just living, normal speed. A live stream would be even better because we could then interact with you while watching the ants live. Maybe do an AMA featuring the live video of one (or more) of your many ant colonies.

[@rileyfaucett8]

I agree those are cute names

[@Juxsu]

Never imagined i would love an ant queen so much. What a rebel! 😂😂😍

[@guraishguraish5321]

i kinda love that moment where the worker changed her mind between campaigns until she finally agreed to go in the wood! LOL

[@gkhupu]

Love your videos bro keep up the great work!

[@AntsCanada]

Thank you! Ant love forever!

[@CosmoSimpDragon]

the bot LOL delete that comment if u can canadian ant

[@tobyjones9833]

@@AntsCanada Which one is colony 1

[@TERRY_MCLAURIN]

Is it just me or are carpenter ants the coolest type of ants.

[@SGMPS]

If carpenter ants aren’t the coolest it would be fire ants or bullet ants

[@the_corvid97]

Personally I think Weaver wants are the coolest, can't beat making nests out of leaves.

[@mrbigglesby1703]

Ants Canada,do you have any advice on when I should let my lacius Niger colony into their ac testube portal?i have them in a test tube at the moment,there’s about 19 of them.

[@PoffHistory]

Its alright to attach the portal if the colony has 19 workers.

[@antsnetherlands20]

They should be hibernating already. No need to give them any outworld or portal until after hibernation. Also it's best to keep a colony inside a test tube for as long as possible; it will ensure the best conditions for the growth of the colony until it is bigger

[@DaMoneyChapman]

Here are some suggestions: (The Redwood Warriors) - Queen Ruby - Means red - Queen Scarlett - means bright red - Queen Crimson - Means Dark red - (I don't know about this one because it looks more like a fire ant queen name) and Queen Phoenix - Greek, Reborn from the ashes. (The Ebony Empire) - Queen Brunette/Queen Brunetta - Means Darkness - Queen Onyx - Means black gemstone - (not sure of this one) Queen Maleficent - means evil - and Queen Willow - A tree with medium-dark bark with a "reddish brown" color

[@garytaylor4307]

Love the vids bro just started watching literally yesterday but please would you if possible show how the tunnels we can't see work, mabey a 3d model for instance. If possible or not much appreciated and keep making these very captivating videos.

[@AedrasDaylight]

Yoo, why is it when I'm getting old I like this channel more, man I forgot when I watched before anyways welcome AC Family

[@suyaya62]

Hi, great videos ! I wonder about the wet wood nests, there's no risk of mold propagation ? I think i may have seen some black spots on wood

[@tarotcomPauloEvoLua]

Suggestion of names: Ebony's Empire's queen: Diana, the queen of people Red Wood Warriors: Arlequine ('cause she is a little bit odd)

[@DarkAngel-lm7sf]

Omg i love those names so much i actualy remembered the name Diana too and Arlequine is just hilarious and genius at the same time

[@tobyjones9833]

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[@tobyjones9833]

Which one is colony 1Which one is colony 1

[@Yknow_who_it_is]

I never thought I would be this interested in watching ants. Amazing truly!! Amazing.

[@Typical_name]

Ac gives this ants like emotions and makes it interesting and fun

[@cathrine3021]

so awesome how ants make something work that humans still struggle with

[@robertheide5957]

Yea your right

[@tatsusama3192]

It's Tuesday. This freaked me out, Michael. I thought I had misplaced an entire week

[@BeautifulEarthJa]

Lol

[@GeeWillikaz]

Awesome, you could get a glass/Perspex long tube and create an epic nest for them as they grow in numbers. They can be like entrance pillars to your new ant room

[@antonioreynolds7842]

Have you considered selling those wooden cylinders that fit your ant towers? That’s an absolutely genius idea for Camponotus species. I’m currently trying to find someone to make me a cylinder for my colony.

[@pampolanco25]

Wow, you are amazing! Thank you for showing us so much about ants and doing so very interestingly!! ❤

[@finnion5210]

At AC I reckon you should call the queen the ebony empress

[@rs4883]

Love your videos and i am so happy to say that i have my own ant queen and i was inspired by you. It has laid eggs so i am hoping it is fertile but i only have it in a container and not a proper set up but i have made it as goog as i can

[@Yashuop]

Claim your “here within an hour” ticket right here

[@lzamek]

Me

[@brettlanigan]

Yes sir

[@veeilsia]

Ok

[@tomcorcoran555]

Lol

[@ecave3435]

Claimed

[@hamzah3212]

Just a simple thinks.. Ebony Queen's name is WorkQueen (Coz she like to be a worker than be a Queen).. And Redwood Queen's name is UpsQueen (Coz she like to stand upside in the nest).. Awawawa..

[@lenelliott326]

Hello just wanted to say I love your videos and have got my one pheidole pallidula And am very happy thanks for showing us your ants they are amazing

[@denkitney8865]

Well, what can I say..... this was well worth the wait. I am still amaized to watch ants kept in as near to a natural setup as possible, an looking so relaxed. I hope both thrive and grow even stonger and bigger in numbers. Thats your que for updates...lol Great vid' Mickey (as usual)

[@trabash505]

What a spectacular video!!! Mikey, you keep delivering some epic content! I know things have been crazy for you lately, but your work on all platforms has continued to be top notch! I'll say it again, this carpenter ant series has been just historic and beautiful! This episode is no exception! So much Ant love!! ❤

[@babygreen17]

I agree!

[@MB-ux9me]

What would be the best starter species for someone who has never kept ants before but wants to get into it?

[@anubhobstv3659]

Any species you find near you

[@Triple7.7.7.]

*Queen names:* 1. *Crimson Queen* (Crimson means red in English) 2. *Queen Arusha* (Arusha means red in Hindu) 3. *Queen Omaira* (Omaira means red in Arabic) 4. *Queen Akako* (Akako means red in Japanese) 5. *Queen Alhambra* (Alhambra means red city in Spanish) Just a few ideas ... Hope you all like them 😉

[@alphaterraplays4559]

i love al of you ant colonies progress (mostly the fire nation and the black nights)

[@shem6844]

I really enjoy your channel, and i get to see quite extraordinary footage of ant colonies and other insects. But if i may ask, what happened to the termites? You made a video about them months ago

[@superpumpkin1065]

Amber Empress would be a cool name for the ant queen. For the other, Batress

[@Zcrow-zq3ln]

AC family thank you so much for these amazing videos first of all second of all I would love to say I just caught my first queen ant here in Michigan in the fall she was just getting ready to go into hibernation with two workers and a small clutch of eggs I hope I set everything up right this is been a goal of mine for some time to have a ant colony to start with please send help

[@AntsCanada]

Congrats! Ant love forever!

[@zazfes5757]

J agree, good luck on your colony

[@natasjaschoonderbeek4755]

For the Redwood warriors queen, my favorite colony cuz o think she looks so amazing with her red color i would call her Queen Meranti because its a redwood mostly used for queens and kings furniture. Or maybe mahogany but Meranti sounds more chic to me. Perfect for a beautiful Queen. For the Ebony colony i was thinking Queen Ceylon derived from one of the species of Ebony wood

[@TheMonkeyKing4933]

I love your channel. Great content! Keep it up.

[@kennyholmes5196]

For the queen's names, how about "Maleficent" for the Ebony Army, and "Queen of Hearts" for the Redwood Warriors?

[@dranoradragonqueen1494]

Oh my gosh YESSSSS!

[@david-468]

What would be your best starter hybrid kit for ant species in Midwest North America?

[@AntsCanada]

I'd recommend an Ant Tower if you want a super basic ant farm kit.

[@eungeneman1841]

Yo

[@david-468]

@@AntsCanada ok, thank you for making such wonderful videos

[@ecan109]

Don't buy from ants canada

[@justdove1346]

@@ecan109 this guy owns antscanada and yet your on his video, what do you know huh?

[@adithiyaab.b4145]

What about the RED MOON EMPRESS

[@OmniriPhotonia]

I intensely despised ants until KZbin recommended a video from your channel a few days ago.

[@TheOddHolloway]

I stumbled across this channel a couple days ago and I was instantly hooked! I’ve learned so much about ants _and termites_ since watching, they are so cool! Ants are my favorite insect btw :) Also I just want to put my two cents in and suggest the names ‘Queen Rosewood’ for the Ebony Army’s queen and ‘Queen Hickory’ for the Redwood Warriors’ queen. And, it’s a hard decision between the Ebony Army, or the Redwood Warriors, either the brave explorers or the mysterious newcomers, but I like the Ebony Army the best :)

[@Sinfilled66]

When you arrive earlier than the queen ant herself lol

[@mrmemes3887]

Been watching you for about 5 years! Doing good man!

[@baileybrown6575]

How is the ant house going? I am so happy about the ants and I'm going to get my own. If you read this I will be shocked, and I have loved your channel since last year and my thoughts have not changed once. Thank you for the great content.

[@theperuvianhairlessnetwork824]

Sorry if this has already been asked, but where do you get the wooden cylinders? And is there anything to watch out for to make sure it's safe?

[@Undertale-enjoyer]

So cool ! I have started a colony of brazillian ants called crematogaster laeviscula and its developing well

[@zapperyeeee143]

I love ants sorry that I can't think of an name for your ants but I hope that the name is really good. Also did you have to research all the information or did you learn it along the way of ant keeping?

[@bellevogler3394]

Ataro is an African name that means upside down. That would be a good name for our queen that loves to "hang around"

[@TexanAmerican]

Any updates on the fire ant colony? I'd also love to see feeding of your various ants, just a feeding video. I think it is so fascinating!

[@antera8231]

Amazing WOODEN ANT FARM AntsCanada! You should put it on sale in the AC shop so that people can buy it which came with the AC Ant Tower Small or just put it on sale!!! But as aways, Ants Love Forever in 2021...

[@TYGRRRonYT]

Question: What did you feed your carpenter ants while still in the test tube and where do you buy it? The reason I ask is because I have a carpenter ant colony but i don't know what to feed them.

[@kinzythefreak]

I think he fed them a tiny bit of honey in one of the videos.

[@Gavriel04]

“Look at our fat royal queen.” 😂😂😂. Queen Ant: IM NOT FAT!

[@aldiorenaldo6032]

then she's proceed to workout by going back and forth her new nest 🤣

[@MintPawYT]

I think we should name the ebony army’s queen meadow

[@sockfeline]

Name the red warrior's queen "Queen Septem". Septem means seven in latin.

[@-strangestfury-2682]

6:51 There’s this game I play on roblox, It’s called Antelligence. And in the background Music, that’s what audio the game has really cool!

[@corrolok2475]

The RedWood Army has the most bravest scouters.