---
product_id: 119725181
title: "Messor Barbarus Queen ant red head with 1-5 workers (Starter kit)"
brand: "antsrus"
price: "₨18677"
currency: LKR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/119725181-messor-barbarus-queen-ant-red-head-with-1-5-workers
store_origin: LK
region: Sri Lanka
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# Seed-based sustainable feed 10+ years lifespan Pipette for precise hydration Messor Barbarus Queen ant red head with 1-5 workers (Starter kit)

**Brand:** antsrus
**Price:** ₨18677
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐜 Build your empire from the ground up—join the elite antkeeping revolution!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Messor Barbarus Queen ant red head with 1-5 workers (Starter kit) by antsrus
- **How much does it cost?** ₨18677 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/119725181-messor-barbarus-queen-ant-red-head-with-1-5-workers)

## Best For

- antsrus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted antsrus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Community Builder:** Start your own major worker colony and join a passionate global antkeeping community.
- • **Longevity Champion:** Messor Barbarus queen with a lifespan exceeding 10 years—your colony’s long-term legacy.
- • **Complete Care Package:** Pipette for perfect hydration plus expert care-sheet emailed to you for seamless antkeeping success.
- • **Live Arrival Guarantee:** Insured and guaranteed live delivery with 14-day warranty—no risk, all reward.
- • **Sustainable Starter Kit:** Includes nutrient-rich seeds that last months, ensuring a thriving, self-sufficient colony.

## Overview

The Messor Barbarus Queen Starter Kit includes a mated red head queen with 1-5 workers, sustainable seed feed, and a hydration pipette. Designed for both beginners and enthusiasts, it guarantees live arrival with a 14-day warranty and offers expert aftercare guidance, enabling you to cultivate a thriving ant colony that can live over a decade.

## Description

Messor Barbarus are harvestor ants they grind seeds to make ant bread, the workers come in various sizes, the majour workers can be muti coloured both red and black which makes they highly desired. The queen(She will be in a test tube) 1x seed pack 1x pipette 1x care sheet emailed to you upon purchase detailing how to look after your colony Why me? I have been growing and raising ant colonies for well over 5 years and always want to share the hobby! Live arrival guarantee we ensure the live arrival of the queen only upon delivery contact us within 24-48 hours of receiving the Queen dead on arrival with a picture of the dead queen and the original workers. DO NOT TRANSFER THE DEAD QUEEN OR WORKERS TO A NEST AS THIS VOIDS YOUR WARRNTY. For our additional 14-day guarantee for European species the Queen and workers must be kept in the original test tube sealed with the cotton and care sheet instructions followed if you want to keep this additional guarantee do not transfer to a nest or your warranty is VOIDED (we recommend you keep the 14-day warranty). We have no control over the environment outside the test tube and have no influence in the conditions the responsibility once placed outside the test tube within the 14-day period the responsibility is with the buyer. 9 times out of 10 colonies die in the nest due to lack of water access, food, temperature, oxygen or stress due to vibrations or exposure to excess light. If your colony does fail inside a nest contact us, we can advise what went wrong but it is up to you to buy another ant colony, you will succeed but sometimes it does not work the first time. Research is key to success with ant keeping and follow our guides.

## Features

- Messor Barbarus Red Head Queen mated brood and with 1-5 workers (can live for 10+ years)
- Seeds (in a test tube will last months) to feed the queen and her growing colony (Can have MAJOUR workers!)
- Pipette to water the Queen + Care-sheet (Emailed to you) and amazing aftercare
- = The perfect starter pack for kids and adults! Join the world of antkeeping!
- We guarantee LIVE arrival of your ants (Insured arrival free)+14 days warranty! Read description for terms and conditions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Pet Life Stage | Adult |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries required | No |
| Batteries Included | No |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AntsRus
- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Assembly required:** No

## Images

![Messor Barbarus Queen ant red head with 1-5 workers (Starter kit) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81nZpAyKMWL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can you use a messor barbarus queen and worker ants with the 'my living world lw101 interplay ant world'?  or would the queen be too large?**
A: The queen will be too large this nest is better for this species overall better option is: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Furpaw-Observe-Habitat-Behavior-Educational/dp/B07WGDR79T/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1FHJDD4Y1GYSB&keywords=acrylic+ant+nest&qid=1658226111&sprefix=acrylic+ant+nest%2Caps%2C50&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFUQUVRNllTNklTSEYmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA2MDYyMjAzRU5FSEw5STRJTlM2JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2MjQxNjAzQU5DSVdSOTk0QjNVJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

**Q: Does it come with test tube?**
A: Hello there. The colony is in a test tube set up there is also a spare test tube provided which contains seeds for the colony which is their main source of food. :)

**Q: At what stage can you safely transfer ants to acrylic ant house? What is the best house yo buy for them?**
A: Please wait till at least 10 workers an acrylic all in one ants nest is a good starter nest for this species

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Ants
*by L***Y on 3 June 2021*

Fantastic ants. We bought a ant farm for my 8 year old and didn't get much information with it. We purchased these ants and before they even arrived I received a fact sheet on caring for them and when they arrived we were ready. We got a queen ant and 2 worker ants and now we have 4 worker ants that we can see. Would definitely recommend for a beginner the service was fantastic thankyou

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic product from a wonderful seller
*by T***M on 28 August 2022*

Seller went above and beyond, got in touch to give me care details and explain extra measures they were taking to ensure the safety of the ants due to our extreme weather. Will absolutely buy again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Truly amazing
*by S***D on 16 May 2021*

So I ordered these harvester ants for me and my son, firstly the delivery was super fast and packaged really well, the ants arrived in great condition, and even come with some food to get you started, and they even email you a care guide which I highly recommend you read as is it's full of information you will need to know about keeping your new ants, and lastly the customer service is outstanding they really do go that extra mile to help there customers, keep up the great work

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*Store origin: LK*
*Last updated: 2026-03-22*