Live Ant Farm Kits
Our ant farms are shipped with live ants! We have 4 exciting choices to watch the daily activities of ants. The Uncle Milton Ant Farm has been inspiring children’s curiosity for generations and is the standard in sand ant farm design. The Interactive Habitat includes fun interactive elements such as ladders, see-saws, a merry-go-round, and platforms. The Blue Gel Habitat is the next generation of habitats: gel provides all the nutrients and water to support healthy and active ants. A cool update from Uncle Milton’s Farms with sand are the LED gel habitats. Illuminate the ant tunnels with bright blue LED bulbs to highlight the fascinating activities of the ants.
What’s Included in Your Ant Farm Kit?
Each complete kit provides everything needed to start an ant colony right away—no waiting for extra supplies! Each set includes:
- 1 tube of live red harvester ants (30 ants per tube, plus a few extras)
- Escape-proof ant habitat
- Pre-packed blue gel that serves as food and water
- Magnifier for close observation, making the experience even more exciting
- Tunnel starter tool
- Detailed instructions
Active Ants Guarantee:
Order when daytime temperatures in your area are between 40°F and 85°F. Your ants are live critters and are sensitive to outdoor temperatures, so check your forecast before ordering. You can learn more about Our Active Ants Guarantee here.
Important Notes Before Ordering:
- Adult supervision is required when setting up and maintaining an ant farm.
- Avoid handling the ants directly as they are best observed within the farm environment.
- Carefully follow the included instructions to ensure the best experience for both the ants and the observer
Why Choose One of Our Ant Farm Kits?
- Educational and Engaging: Ideal for both children and adults.
- Full Visibility: Great viewing areas to make tunneling and behaviors easy to observe.
- Durable and Reusable: Can be used multiple times with new ants.
- Strong and Stable: Built with a sturdy base to prevent tipping and a secure lid to keep ants inside.
A Perfect Gift for Young Scientists
Ant farms like the Uncle Milton ant farm have been inspiring curiosity for generations and are great to expand any child’s science interests. Whether for home learning, classrooms, or a fun science project, each ant habitat offers a hands-on approach to exploring the natural world. Bring the wonders of nature into your home with an Uncle Milton ant farm or one of our other 3 habitat choices. Watch as ants dig, build, and thrive right before your eyes! Order now and start an exciting journey into the hidden world of ants.
Looking to buy an ant farm with live ants and queen included?
If you’re wondering why it’s been difficult to find an ant farm with queen included, it’s for a good reason. The USDA made rules that prohibit shipping queen ants because they don’t want them to establish colonies where they don’t belong if they are accidentally released. Also, ant farms like the Uncle Milton Ant Farm are not designed to contain a large queen and the thousands of young she produces. The live ants included with your ant farm order only consists of worker ants which do remain active in your ant farm without the need for a queen. They will work together to maintain their habitat, gather food, and construct tunnels.
Ages 8+ with adult supervision required.
