$19.49 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- SPARK MORE CURIOSITY! Watch ants eat, work, and interact with each other day and night, in this glowing ant factory
- NO NEED TO FEED - Nutrient-rich farm gel eliminates the need for feeding or watering
- WHAT’S INSIDE? Includes ant habitat with 3 magnification spots; nutrient-rich farm gel; cool, color-changing (glowing) LED lights with on/off switch; and air vent that allows air in while keeping ants safely contained inside
- SUPPORTS STEM! Introduces the amazing world of insects, encourages a love of life science, and rewards kids’ natural, scientific curiosity
- ANTS SHIPPED SEPARATELY - Includes a certificate to obtain ants by mail (consumer pays shipping & handling). You should receive your ants within two to three weeks from the time you mail your Ant Certificate (ants cannot be shipped to Hawaii or Oregon). If the weather is extremely cold, there may be a delay in order to protect the ants.
- ANT FUN AT HOME AND AT SCHOOL: This escape-proof habitat is perfect for learning and observing at home and in the classroom
Description
Get a firsthand look at the amazing working world of ants with the Day ’N’ Night Ant Farm. The translucent, nutrient-rich, farm gel doubles as habitat and food that ants can work with while they eat, eliminating the need for food or water. Witness their amazing feats by day, then switch on the color-changing LED lights and watch as the ants work the nightshift. Custom air vents keep ants safe and ventilation flowing throughout their workspace. Includes an activity guide packed with awesome ant inspiration. Ant Farm container measures 7" x 8" x 2".
Contains: Does Not Contain Any of the 9 Major Allergens
Suggested Age: 7 Years and Up
CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
Educational Focus: Science, Teaching Aid
Includes: LED Lights
Battery: 2 AA Alkaline, Optional, Not Included
TCIN: 75666357
UPC: 086002051448
Item Number (DPCI): 204-04-8321
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 14 inches length x 9 inches width x 5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 2.55 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO
Return details
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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: How much can the farm be moved around? Does it have to remain stable at all times? My 6 up grandson is ASD and he may want to move it around. Thanks
submitted by Mimi - 22 days ago
A: Thanks for your thoughtful question! The GeoSafari® Day 'N' Night Ant Factory is designed to stay mostly stationary during use, as ants need a calm, stable environment to safely build tunnels and thrive. However, it can be gently moved from one surface to another—just be sure it stays upright and is placed on a level, steady spot after moving. If your grandson enjoys interacting with objects or needs to reposition it occasionally, that's okay—as long as the movements are slow and controlled. You might consider setting it up on a tray or mat to make moving it easier while keeping everything secure. We hope it brings lots of fascination and learning fun his way!
submitted byEducational Insights - 21 days agoBrand expert
Q: About how long do the ants live?
submitted by RLS - 10 months ago
A: Hello and thank you for your question! If properly taken care of, ants can live anywhere from 3-6 months.
submitted byLearning Resources - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does the kit come with ants?
submitted by Mak - 5 years ago
A: Ants will ship separately. Includes a certificate to obtain ants by mail (consumer pays shipping & handling). You should receive your ants within two to three weeks from the time you mail your Ant Certificate (ants can not ship to Hawaii or Oregon). If the weather is extremely cold, there may be a delay in order to protect the ants.
submitted byJennifer - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Will the ants just kill off one another without a Queen ?
submitted by yessiirrr - 5 years ago
A: Ant farms aren’t meant to house a queen ants. They are used to observe and learn about ants in a short period of time. The worker ants will not kill each other off without a queen. In addition, the USDA prohibits the sale of queen ants in the US. If a queen ant were to escape and establishe a colony in an area where it isn’t naturally found, it could put a lot of stress on the local ecosystem. Invasive ant species can cause harm to the natural biodiversity.
submitted byJennifer - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Do the ants come with a queen
submitted by Ant farm - 5 years ago
A: There is a federal regulation controlling the handling of ant queens. All of the ants that we send will be workers. The workers are female ants that cannot reproduce. Even without a queen, these ants are exciting creatures to watch. If you find your own ants, you can look for the queen, eggs, and larvae.
submitted byJennifer - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Do the ants come with a queen?
submitted by Ant farm - 5 years ago
A: There is a federal regulation controlling the handling of ant queens. All of the ants that we send will be workers. The workers are female ants that cannot reproduce. Even without a queen, these ants are exciting creatures to watch. If you find your own ants, you can look for the queen, eggs, and larvae.
submitted byJennifer - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Does the ant factory include live ants?
submitted by Ant Farm - 6 years ago
A: Hi The GeoSafari Ant Factory includes a mail-in certificate for Harvester Ants (available in the continental U.S. & Canada only - ants cannot be shipped to Hawaii or Oregon - ants do not ship during the winter months).
submitted byEducational Insights - 6 years agoBrand expert
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2.5 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews
broad age appeal: 3 out of 5
educational value: 3 out of 5
length of play: 2.5 out of 5
quality: 3 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
100% would recommend
1 recommendations
Defective
1 out of 5 stars
Nelson - 11 months ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
Our gel does not look at all like the pictures or other customers'. Ours is a small block shriveled up, not taking up most of the space like others. Did we get a defective one? Confused! Would love a new one.
1 reply from Educational Insights team - 11 months ago
We're sorry to hear that your Ant Factory arrived in a less than perfect condition. We understand how disappointing this can be, especially when you're looking forward to enjoying a new product. Our goal is to ensure that all our customers receive items in the best condition, and we want to make things right! Could you please contact our Customer Service team on our website and provide some details such as when and where you purchased the product, and the nature of the damage? This information will greatly assist us in understanding what might have gone wrong. If you could also include a photo of the broken item, it would be very helpful for our quality assurance team. Once we have this information, we will do everything we can to rectify the situation promptly!
Mail order Ants
3 out of 5 stars
Jess - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
Now I get to wait, to see if the Ants show up
Research
3 out of 5 stars
Gess - 3 years ago
I felt the need to write a reply to everyone saying the ants didn’t live long, if you did research you’d know gel is not safe for long term for the ants it’s only temporary.
Do not buy!
1 out of 5 stars
Stacey - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
Terrible purchase. You pay for the ant farm AND the ants. I was ok with that considering my son was so excited. The ants didn't even last a week! They buried the ants that arrived dead and then they all balled up and were slowly dying. Terrible!
1 reply from Educational Insights team - 3 years ago
Thank you for reaching out to us. We are sorry to hear that! Have you contacted the manufacture of the ants? They will be more than willing to send new ones. Here is their contact information. Let me know if you need help with that. LIFE STUDIES ,LLC
490 S 400 W
HURRICANE, UT 84737
United States
info@antsalive.com
Ph: 435-986-8400
SO Disappointed!!
1 out of 5 stars
TERRIBLE - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
You pay for the farm, then you pay for ants. I was ok with it because my son was super excited!! BUT the ants didn’t even last a few days. We followed the directions exactly and after day two they just all balled up and were dying; it was terrible!! DO NOT BUY!
Amazing product for kids
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
curiousmom - 4 years ago
Kids really enjoyed this product (ages 2.5 to 8), and the ants survived a whole year! Once they start dying though they pile up - it’s odd and sad. But something else to talk about with the kids... However, the lid top is NOT secured, it just sits up to, which is not reassuring to any mother of toddlers and young kids handling a FIREANTS farm! We added tape to the lid and briefed the kids over and over on not to open it or drop it, and luckily (miraculously?) had no issues. Great educational product, quite fascinating to watch. But now that all ants have died, not sure how to dispose of it, the landfills certainly don’t need this big plastic object, and no info on how to recycle it.
Terrible design
1 out of 5 stars
CaseyC - 4 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
The gel does not cover all the areas leaving a gap on the sides that the ant would fall into and be unable to escape. After having to buy ants and then almost immediately watch them die with the kids watching was just horrible. Plus the lid on top just goes on without being fastened into place securely. With two young kids and pets its advisable to make it very difficult for the ant to escape even if the Factory tips over.
This is not a good product
1 out of 5 stars
notforthisantfarm - 5 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
The ants have no idea what to do with this gel stuff other than carry chunks of it elsewhere. Doesn't seem like they like it inside. I ordered two of these things. One for each kid and one of the gel containers collapsed on the ants after they had dug tunnels and made a home for themselves. I just feel bad for the ants.
I won't buy this again
2 out of 5 stars
Randi Z - 5 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
The ants died after a few days, now what ? Do we just throw it away.. seems like a waste. The kids just sits on top which made me feel uncomfortable as a parent and these harvester ants can bite! We put a small piece of tape over the top to give an ease of mind.
I would buy this again but...
3 out of 5 stars
Ravi - 5 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
... the ant company never delivered the ants.... We used the coupon code and the ants were supposed to be here in 3-7 days but it's been three weeks and there's no sign of them :(
Great!
5 out of 5 stars
Tina - 5 years ago
This reviewer received a free sample of this item
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My grandson is going to love it!
My kids are enjoying watching each day...
3 out of 5 stars
Jenn - 6 years ago
originally posted on http://www.educationalinsights.com
You do have to purchase the ants after you receive the kit. There is a coupon code included, making the ants just about $5. I was a bit disappointed with the added expense. It didn't take long for the ants to get to work. The pictures are about 72 hours after we put the ants in the container. The lid doesn't snap into place, which is not comforting to this mom that isn't thrilled about having this ant factory in the house. I am curious to see how long the ants will last with the gel as they seem to have made it through a lot in a short amount of time. The light is a neat feature but doesn't really do a lot of good at this point with no tunnels. For now the kids are enjoying it so we will see how it goes.