Ameisennest — educational ant habitat designed for observation, learning, and low-maintenance care Key benefits Promotes hands-on science learning: Ideal for popular science education, it helps spark interest in biology, explains ant behavior, and reinforces basic biological concepts. Clear, non-intrusive observation: The transparent visor lets you watch ants’ daily activity without disturbing their environment. Low-maintenance moisture system: Built-in water tank reduces how often you need to add water and helps maintain a stable habitat. What it is and how it solves problems Educational display and research tool: Provides a realistic, observable environment so students, hobbyists, and educators can study ant behavior safely and directly. Protects the colony while letting you observe: The clear viewing panel removes the need to open the nest for routine observation, minimizing stress to the ants. Simulates a natural nesting medium: The living area is made of plaster to mimic a natural substrate, supporting natural digging and movement patterns. Key features and specifications Overall dimensions: 3.5 x 2.7 x 4.3 inches (90 x 70 x 110 mm) Activity area: 3.5 x 2.7 x 2.1 inches Living area: 3.5 x 2.7 x 2.2 inches Viewing window: Transparent visor for continuous observation without disturbance Living material: Plaster living area to simulate a natural nest environment Water tank: Located on the right side of the living area, capacity approximately 20 ml — sufficient to meet moisture needs for about 3 weeks under normal conditions Important: Do not overfill the water tank to avoid overflow Practical use scenarios Classroom demonstration: Use in science classes to demonstrate colony organization, tunneling behavior, and simple ecology lessons while keeping observations visible to the whole class. Home learning and family projects: A compact, safe way for parents and children to observe ant behavior and learn biology through direct, controlled observation. Hobbyist observation and documentation: Suitable for ant hobbyists who want a small, realistic habitat for monitoring activity and photographing natural behaviors. Care and tips Check the water tank periodically and refill when needed; about 20 ml typically lasts three weeks but humidity and temperature may change frequency. Avoid overfilling to prevent water overflow into the living area. Observe through the transparent visor rather than opening the nest to minimize disturbance. This Ameisennest provides a compact, thoughtfully designed habitat for educational observation, combining realistic materials and a convenient water reservoir to support ongoing study and low-maintenance care.