Wild Science

Ant-O-Sphere

AntOSphere















Available, summer 2010 - This unique system mimics the actual layout of leaf-cutter ant colonies in the tropics. The 4 spherical pods and the tubing that connects them together are life-size replicas of the chambers and passageways that the ants would normally construct underground, and are tinted red, so that the ants believe they are in total darkness, even though they can easliy be observed going wbout their daily routine. Soil plants and worms can also be added to the pods, creating a fascinating mini eco-system.

For ages 6 years and over.


Please note: Ants are not included in the kit. Instructions are given on how to find them in the wild; alternatively order ants from our preferred supplier.

 

 

Contents:

 

 
4 x moulded pods and legs     Baseplate
Pipette   Tube
Tweezers  O-rings and plugs
Ant-catching device Playsand
Cotton wool     Feed container
Colour instruction booklet

                                                

Size of Ant-O-Sphere when built: 300mm x 300mm x 340mm