I recently moved my Lasius queen into a new setup, and I’m worried she might be stressed. She’s been a little more inactive than usual, and I’ve noticed her abdomen has shrunk a bit. Could the move have caused this? What are some common signs of stress in queen ants, and how can I alleviate it? Is it possible I’m disturbing her too much or that her environment isn’t ideal? Any advice on calming a stressed queen would be really helpful—should I just leave her undisturbed, or are there ways I can help her settle into her new home?
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Moving your queen ant can cause stress, leading to inactivity or a shrunken abdomen. To help her settle, minimize disturbance and ensure a stable environment. For the right tools, ant-keeping equipment and essentials can support her recovery.