Why Myrmex?

At Myrmex, every nest is designed with one purpose in mind: to provide the clearest, most immersive ant-keeping experience possible. Traditional enclosures often limit visibility, obscuring the intricate beauty of ant behavior. In contrast, Myrmex nests are engineered for optical precision, built from high-grade, crystal-clear materials that maintain transparency over time. Whether you’re observing delicate brood care, foraging activity, or colony expansion, every detail is visible with unparalleled clarity.

Each nest is meticulously crafted using advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure flawless finishes and perfect alignment of every surface. Edges are polished for both safety and aesthetics, while the internal structures are designed to maximize viewing angles without disturbing the ants’ natural environment. This balance between design and functionality allows keepers to witness the colony’s growth as if looking directly into a living cross-section of the earth.

Durability is equally central to our philosophy. Myrmex nests are built to last a lifetime, constructed from premium, wear-resistant materials that resist warping, discoloration, and degradation. Every component is precision-fitted to withstand years of use, ensuring that the nest remains as pristine and reliable as the day it was made.

In essence, a Myrmex nest isn’t just an enclosure, it’s a lasting piece of craftsmanship that transforms ant keeping into a vivid, lifelong experience of observation and discovery.

Our Guarentee?

At Myrmex, we take pride in delivering products that embody precision, durability, and excellence. Every Myrmex nest is designed to last a lifetime and is backed by our commitment to superior craftsmanship and quality assurance.

Our Promise to You

Each nest undergoes a rigorous inspection process before leaving our facility. We guarantee that every Myrmex nest will arrive:


  • Flawless and Clear: Free from chips, cracks, and scratches — ensuring perfect optical clarity for observing your colony.

  • Structurally Sound: Built from premium, impact-resistant materials that are engineered not to warp, fracture, or degrade over time.

  • Perfectly Finished: Each edge, surface, and seal is precisely crafted to ensure a clean, professional appearance and long-term reliability.

Built to Last

Myrmex nests are made from high-quality materials selected for their strength and longevity. Resistant to stress, humidity, and wear, they are designed to maintain their clarity and structural integrity even after years of continuous use. This means your nest will remain as pristine as the day you received it — a lasting investment in your colony’s future.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

If your nest arrives damaged, flawed, or not up to the standard you expect, we’ll make it right. Whether through a replacement, repair, or full refund, your satisfaction is our highest priority. Our team stands behind every product we create, because we believe that excellence isn’t optional — it’s built into every Myrmex design.

The Myrmex Standard

When you choose Myrmex, you’re not just purchasing a nest — you’re investing in craftsmanship, clarity, and confidence. We guarantee that your Myrmex nest will serve as a clear, durable, and elegant home for your ants for years to come.

A Myrmecia Sp-17 worker in our Maximus Small Nest

What to Pick?

At Myrmex, we understand that every ant species has unique needs, from colony size and growth rate to activity level and space requirements. That’s why we’ve developed two distinct nest lines, each carefully engineered to provide the optimal environment for your colony.

The Maximus Series

The Myrmex Maximus line is purpose-built for larger species such as Myrmecia and Camponotus, which require spacious chambers and room to thrive. Each Maximus nest features expanded internal layouts and increased chamber depth, allowing larger workers and queens to move naturally without restriction.

Beyond size, the Maximus series is engineered for visual impact, offering wide, open spaces that enhance viewing and make colony activity more visible from every angle. Whether used for display or research, these nests provide a clear, immersive window into the life of your larger species.

The Minimus Series

The Myrmex Minimus line is crafted for smaller, more agile species such as Iridomyrmex and Crematogaster. With finely tuned micro-chamber systems, the Minimus nests replicate the compact environments these ants naturally prefer, promoting healthy development and efficient brood care.

Every detail, from tunnel diameter to hydration control, has been carefully refined to suit the smaller scale of these species, ensuring comfort, security, and stability. Despite their reduced size, Minimus nests maintain the same exceptional visibility and durability that define every Myrmex product.