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Where to buy 'exotic' ants...

Discussion in 'Insects, Other Invertebrates & Arthropods' started by Hoops71, Sep 13, 2018.

  1. Sep 13, 2018 #1
    Hoops71

    Hoops71 Arachnopeon

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    I've always been fascinated with ants, and have done quite a bit of research on them and quite fancy trying my hand at keeping them. Unfortunately I cant find anywhere that sells the more exotic species in the UK. Doesnt look like Antstore (Germany) exports to the UK. :(
     
    Hoops71, Sep 13, 2018
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  2. Sep 13, 2018 #2
    Chris LXXIX

    Chris LXXIX Arachnoemperor Active Member

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    I don't have a clue about ants, but I've just found an Italian online shop that sold those, ah ah :hilarious:
     
    Chris LXXIX, Sep 13, 2018
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  3. Sep 14, 2018 #3
    schmiggle

    schmiggle Arachnoprince Active Member

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    Ah, Brexit screwing you over.

    Serves you right--the US has strict enough import laws on ants that you can't keep non-native or invasive ants period :hilarious:

    There's ants kalytta--they're also German, but might they export to Britain?
     
    schmiggle, Sep 14, 2018
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  4. Sep 14, 2018 #4
    Hoops71

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    Well I found a site called Antsrus and ordered myself a H Venator queen plus a handful of workers! I feel like an eleven year old again! Cant wait! :)
     
    Hoops71, Sep 14, 2018
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  5. Sep 14, 2018 #5
    Esherman81

    Esherman81 Arachnoknight Active Member

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    Congrats :) Post updates would love too see how your Ants are doing :)
     
    Esherman81, Sep 14, 2018
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  6. Sep 17, 2018 at 4:15 PM #6
    Hoops71

    Hoops71 Arachnopeon

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    Will do! I get them tomorrow...hope they survive their postal ordeal. :)
     
    Hoops71, Sep 17, 2018 at 4:15 PM
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