Polyrhachis Bicolor–  the bicoloured weaver ant
 
 
IntermediatePolyrhachis bicolor are a medium sized species of polyrhachis native to Asia and even parts of Australia. They may not have the size or the biggest spikes compared to other species in their genus, but they sure do make up for it with their striking colouration. Their head and thorax is silver in contrast to an orange gaster giving a really aesthetically pleasing look.
 
In the wild they typically nest off ground on the underside of leaves of trees and mid sized shrubs. They find material off the floor and combine that with their weaving abilities to create their nest. If disturbed they will run out and then freeze, similar to a play dead behaviour. 
 
We have found that this species is fairly timid and chooses to live peacefully as opposed to the boisterous approach of others in their genus.
 
As with all polyrhachis species, keep some good escape prevention as they are incredibly “sticky” which is a trait for climbing leaves and trees.
 
Colony Size 200-400  workers
 
Queen Age unknown years
 
Monogyne (1 queen per colony)
 
Semi ClaustralTemperature
 
Nest 25 to 27 degrees
 
Hibernation No
 
Polymorphic (Different size casts) Slightly
 
Sting/Spray/AcidYes – They have acidBiteYes
 
DietSmall insects, sugars
Nest TypeNatural – Glass - Acrylic
 
Size
Queen – 8mm
Worker – 6mm