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title: "Insect Lore Tube of Ants | 25 Live Western Harvester Ants | Grown in USA | Instructions Included"
brand: "insect lore"
price: "VT125"
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# 25 Live Ants 8.26 cm Dimensions Educational Science Insect Lore Tube of Ants | 25 Live Western Harvester Ants | Grown in USA | Instructions Included

**Brand:** insect lore
**Price:** VT125
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🐜 Unleash Your Inner Entomologist!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Insect Lore Tube of Ants | 25 Live Western Harvester Ants | Grown in USA | Instructions Included by insect lore
- **How much does it cost?** VT125 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/456416690-insect-lore-tube-of-ants-25-live-western-harvester-ants)

## Best For

- insect lore enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **📦 Easy Setup:** No assembly required—just add your ants to their new home!
- • **🌍 Grown in the USA:** Support local agriculture with ethically sourced ants.
- • **🌡️ Safe Shipping:** Shipped with care, ensuring temperatures between 50-85°F for optimal delivery.
- • **👶 Perfect for All Ages:** Recommended for ages 5 and up, making it a fun educational tool for kids and adults alike.
- • **🐜 Observe Nature Up Close:** Experience the fascinating habits of live Harvester Ants in your own habitat!

## Overview

The Insect Lore Tube of Ants includes 25 live Western Harvester Ants, perfect for educational observation. Grown in the USA, these ants come with helpful tips for care and habitat setup. Ideal for ages 5 and up, this product offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of ants right at home.

## Description

Observe the fascinating habits of the Harvester Ant! A tube of Harvester Ants is perfect for those customers who already have an Ant Mountain habitat and want to experience the habits and teamwork of ants all over again. Please Note: You must have a habitat for your ants. If you need an ant habitat please click here. This tube of live ants does not include a queen. Live ants cannot be shipped to Oregon. Includes: One tube of 25 Harvester Ants Helpful ant tips. Warning: Choking hazard. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Please note: Due to shipping restrictions, live ants cannot be shipped to Oregon, Hawaii, Mexico, Puerto Rico, or Canada. Ages 6+

Review: These were perfect! Some things to know- The ants came in very quickly (way before the “arrival date” given). The ant farm was supposed to come a week before but ended up coming a day after the ants did, so maybe make sure you have the habitat ready first..?... However, they survived the night in the tube (only like 2 dead when I originally got them- no big deal). But when putting them in the ant farm they immediately started exploring and within a few hours were digging tunnels and working hard together. We love them!
Review: Okay so these suckers are hardy. My son got these to go along with his ant farm for Christmas. It's mid-Feb and they're still kicking even after killing at least most of them when opening the vile. Heed my cautionary tale! So, the printed instructions on the vile are very tiny and the paper that comes with it was flat in the bag so I didn't notice it right away. I was more concerned about getting them oxygen because of the delivery delay. I was fearful they would all be dead. Boy was I wrong!! Had I been less concerned with getting them oxygen I would have maybe noticed the tiny label and its instructions to place them in the fridge first. Anyway, my kiddos ant farm has a tiny hole on top where I figured they were supposed to enter. I did not know you could take the whole top off and figured this must be the way you're supposed to do it so they don't escape. I popped the lid off of the vile and before I could even tip it towards the ant farm they ALL came running out FAST!! Like as soon as they had oxygen suddenly I had a vile of ants that could move like the Flash comic character. Oh and they bite... Did I mention that SEVERAL of these biting ants are now running in every direction in my living room and down my table? Oh Lord it was a mess so I ran immediately without hesitation to the kitchen sink and I tossed the vile into a bowl that was soaking in the sink. It rolled and fell down into the disposal...Yep just my luck! It certainly slowed them but sure didn't stop them. Nope now they're alive in my sink. Needless to say they were moving slower and I was then able to catch the stunned shocked ants individually and scoop them into the ant farm. We rescued about 15 or so of them so it's a darned miracle they are still alive today. Anyway, STICK YOUR ANTS IN THE FRIDGE don't be me! Pretty sure this will be the last time we do the whole ant farm thing lol.

## Features

- One tube of 25 Harvester Ants
- Helpful ant tips
- Please Note: You must have a habitat for your ants
- Observe the fascinating habits of the Harvester Ant!
- Due to shipping restrictions, live ants cannot be shipped to Oregon, Hawaii, Mexico, Puerto Rico, or Canada
- Please note: Be aware of the temperatures in your area before ordering your insects. Temperatures must be between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit to allow for the safe delivery of your ants.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08VD34G61 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #116,179 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #1,604 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Insect Lore |
| Customer Reviews | 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars (1,293) |
| Educational Objective | Science |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735569055207 |
| Included Components | Tube of Ants, Instruction Guide |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 8.3 x 1.3 x 1.3 centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Tube of Ants - Ant Habitat Refill |
| Item Weight | 0.04 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Insect Lore |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 63.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 5520 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | 5520 |
| Size | S |
| Theme | insects |
| UPC | 735569055207 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Kid
- **Brand:** Insect Lore
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 8.3 x 1.3 x 1.3 centimeters
- **Size:** S
- **Theme:** insects

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: My ants came in balls yesterday. They still aren’t moving today. Is this normal?**
A: Ours never moved at all. They were definitely dead!

**Q: Why did most ants die after pitting them into the ant farm?**
A: I was told by ant keepers that without a queen the ants will die within a few weeks bc they have no purpose, no real reason to live. They said with a queen they will live years. The company doesn't sell queens bc its illegal to transport them over state lines. They also stressed that ant farming and and ant keeping were 2 different things. I learned by joining Facebook groups about ant keeping.

**Q: They are all death.  So what do I do?**
A: If they arrived dead and you made sure you attended to them immediately upon arrival then contact the shipper.

**Q: Does it include queen ant?**
A: No it does not (ant farms are not designed to contain a large queen and the thousands of young she produces).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***. on 18 April 2025*

These were perfect! Some things to know- The ants came in very quickly (way before the “arrival date” given). The ant farm was supposed to come a week before but ended up coming a day after the ants did, so maybe make sure you have the habitat ready first..?... However, they survived the night in the tube (only like 2 dead when I originally got them- no big deal). But when putting them in the ant farm they immediately started exploring and within a few hours were digging tunnels and working hard together. We love them!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***S on 16 February 2023*

Okay so these suckers are hardy. My son got these to go along with his ant farm for Christmas. It's mid-Feb and they're still kicking even after killing at least most of them when opening the vile. Heed my cautionary tale! So, the printed instructions on the vile are very tiny and the paper that comes with it was flat in the bag so I didn't notice it right away. I was more concerned about getting them oxygen because of the delivery delay. I was fearful they would all be dead. Boy was I wrong!! Had I been less concerned with getting them oxygen I would have maybe noticed the tiny label and its instructions to place them in the fridge first. Anyway, my kiddos ant farm has a tiny hole on top where I figured they were supposed to enter. I did not know you could take the whole top off and figured this must be the way you're supposed to do it so they don't escape. I popped the lid off of the vile and before I could even tip it towards the ant farm they ALL came running out FAST!! Like as soon as they had oxygen suddenly I had a vile of ants that could move like the Flash comic character. Oh and they bite... Did I mention that SEVERAL of these biting ants are now running in every direction in my living room and down my table? Oh Lord it was a mess so I ran immediately without hesitation to the kitchen sink and I tossed the vile into a bowl that was soaking in the sink. It rolled and fell down into the disposal...Yep just my luck! It certainly slowed them but sure didn't stop them. Nope now they're alive in my sink. Needless to say they were moving slower and I was then able to catch the stunned shocked ants individually and scoop them into the ant farm. We rescued about 15 or so of them so it's a darned miracle they are still alive today. Anyway, STICK YOUR ANTS IN THE FRIDGE don't be me! Pretty sure this will be the last time we do the whole ant farm thing lol.

### ⭐ Review
*by K***M on 14 April 2026*

Arrived on March 30 and all of the ants were dead by April 9.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-08*