I’ve been keeping a Formica queen for about three weeks, and I’m eagerly awaiting her first batch of eggs. I’ve read that some queens can take several weeks to begin laying, but I’m getting a bit anxious. How long did it take for your queen ants to start laying eggs after you captured them? What signs should I look for to know that she’s ready to start laying? Any tips to encourage egg-laying would be great! I’ve been keeping her in a stable environment with consistent temperature and humidity, but I’m wondering if there’s anything else I should be doing.
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It can take a few weeks to a couple of months for a Formica queen to start laying eggs, depending on her condition and environment. Look for signs like an enlarged abdomen, which indicates she's ready to lay. Ensuring a stable, stress-free environment with the right temperature and humidity is key. If you're thinking about expanding your colony, ants for sale UK can provide additional options to help you grow your ant-keeping experience.