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product_id: 39904643
title: "byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar - Original Formula, 60 mL Bottle"
brand: "byformica"
price: "R571"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "By Formica"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/39904643-byformica-sunburst-ant-nectar-original-formula-60-ml-bottle
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 6 months freshness post-opening Electrolyte-enhanced appetite boost 60 mL pure liquid nectar byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar - Original Formula, 60 mL Bottle

**Brand:** byformica
**Price:** R571
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍯 Sweeten your ant-keeping game with the nectar they can't resist!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar - Original Formula, 60 mL Bottle by byformica
- **How much does it cost?** R571 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/39904643-byformica-sunburst-ant-nectar-original-formula-60-ml-bottle)

## Best For

- byformica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted byformica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **100% Natural & Safe:** Crafted from pure, preservative-free ingredients tested for ant safety and maximum appeal.
- • **Ready-to-Use Nectar:** Skip the DIY hassle with a perfectly balanced sugar and electrolyte formula that ants crave.
- • **Long-Lasting Freshness:** Stay stocked with a 60 mL bottle that stays fresh for up to 6 months without refrigeration.
- • **Optimized Feeding Experience:** Designed to stimulate natural feeding responses, enhancing ant activity and observation enjoyment.
- • **Perfect Companion for Ant Enthusiasts:** Pairs seamlessly with byFormica liquid feeders for a mess-free, premium ant-keeping setup.

## Overview

byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar is a 60 mL bottle of 100% natural, preservative-free liquid sugar food enhanced with electrolytes to stimulate ant appetite. It offers a convenient, long-lasting alternative to homemade sugar water, remaining fresh up to 6 months after opening without refrigeration. Ideal for all ant species that prefer sweet foods, it works best with specialized liquid feeders and supports vibrant feeding activity.

## Description

Overview: Sunburst Ant Nectar is the convenient, reliable sugar water alternative for ants. Ant species that crave sweet foods will readily drink Sunburst Ant Nectar. Our advanced formula consists of a ready-to-use liquid, and works best with byFormica Liquid Feeders designed for ants (sold separately).Convenience in a Bottle - Unlike homemade liquids which spoil quickly, each bottle of Sunburst Ant Nectar may be enjoyed for up to 6 months after opening. Refrigeration is not required, but may extend product life.Clean, Wholesome Ingredients - Each 100% natural ingredient in Sunburst is tested and guaranteed ant-safe. Advanced filtration removes impurities, so only pure sweetness remains.Satisfaction Guaranteed - Sunburst perfects the ratio of sugar, water, and electrolytes for maximum receptivity among all ants that enjoy sugary liquids. If your ants do not readily accept Sunburst, contact us within 1 year of purchase for a full refund (limit 1 refund per customer).How to use: To observe vigorous feeding activity, offer as much as your ants can consume within a few hours, every 2 to 3 days. For best results, remove and replace uneaten liquid every 3 to 5 days. Users may observe less vigorous feeding activity if food is available at all times. When using Sunburst, do not feed other sweetened foods such as sugar water or honey; these are redundant.

Review: Will buy again - So far, ants seem to loving it. I'm happy with the quality and shelf life. This will make ant keeping must easier.
Review: Readily accepted by ants. - Best ant nectar on the market.

## Features

- 60 mL bottle of liquid sugar ant food. Convenient and reliable alternative to homemade sugar and honey water mixtures.
- 100% clean, natural ingredients with no preservatives added - enjoyed by all sweet-loving ants
- In addition to sugar, Sunburst supplies the perfect balance of electrolytes to stimulate appetite and promote natural feeding response
- Bottled product remains fresh up to 6 months after opening, and no refrigeration is required
- Does not contain protein. Feed alongside insects and a variety of other natural foods for a nutritionally complete diet.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0112CXCXG |
| ASIN  | B0112CXCXG |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #46,142 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #72 in Beneficial Pest Control Insects |
| Brand Name | byFormica |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (442) |
| Date First Available | September 1, 2014 |
| Date First Available  | September 1, 2014 |
| Directions | Most effective when used with a byFormica liquid feeder, or other feeding container to limit the effects of evaporation during feeding. Feed as much as your ants can consume. Replace uneaten product every few days. When using Sunburst, do not feed other sweetened foods such as sugar water or honey; these are redundant. Store bottle tightly closed in a cool and dry place for up to 6 months after op… |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 5.31 x 2.72 x 1.81 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.89 ounces |
| Item model number | BF-SUNBURST-2OZ |
| Item model number  | BF-SUNBURST-2OZ |
| Manufacturer | byFormica |
| Manufacturer  | byFormica |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Dimensions  | 5.31 x 2.72 x 1.81 inches; 2.89 ounces |
| Size | 2 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Specific Uses for Product | Appetite Stimulation |
| Style | Small - 60 mL |
| Target Audience Keyword | insects |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** byFormica
- **Flavor:** Honey
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Appetite Stimulation

## Images

![byFormica Sunburst Ant Nectar - Original Formula, 60 mL Bottle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6143KdHTO9L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why can't you offer any other sugared items while giving this product to your ants? I try to keep a varied diet and like to offer fruits and honey.**
A: Thank you for your question about Sunburst Ant Nectar, a high-receptivity ant food formulation.  Sunburst Ant Nectar is an aqueous solution primarily consisting of sucrose (a type of sugar) and water.Fruits and honey contain primarily fructose-another type of sugar-which scientists have found to be less preferable to ants, compared to sucrose.  While the user may continue to feed other forms of sugar, such as those found in fruits and honey, doing so is biologically unnecessary, since all sugars will produce the same nutritive effect.Beyond being unnecessary, feeding other forms of sugar may also produce the unintended effect of making a captive ant colony less responsive to the Sunburst Ant Nectar, possibly leading to waste.  If ants are overfed with sugar on a constant and regular basis, they will become and stay "full," and will start to respond less and less to being offered any type of sugar.  That is why the instructions also stipulate that Sunburst should be fed every few days, as much as the ants can consume within a short period of time, preferably a few hours.Following our instructions will ensure the ants are able to process as much of the food as possible, and will have a consistent and predictable appetite each time the food is offered, resulting in less waste.

**Q: Is this the new 2020/2021 formula?**
A: We are in the process of rolling out the slightly updated formula.  Most Sunburst shipped from Amazon will be the latest formula version.  Customers may send us a message after placing an order to confirm the Best By date or other product details before the items ship.

**Q: Both of my bottles so far have developed mold in about 2 months. Would it help to keep in the fridge? I am not touching the tip or anything.**
A: Special storage or handling is not required for this product.

If you experience a change in appearance or quality less than 6 months after opening, simply contact byFormica Ant Products by emailing support@byformica.com and we will replace the product at no charge.

Please keep your defective product and provide the expiration date in your message. The date is printed on the bottom left corner of the product label. We may request the defective product be return to us at our expense for analysis and quality control purposes.

**Q: Hello I got this item but it was really hot outside like 95F and it might have been in mailbox a day and a half, can you tell me if it's still safe?**
A: Hot or cold temperatures will not substantially affect the quality of this product while it is unopened.

After opening, the product does not require refrigeration but should be stored in a cool and dry place and kept tightly closed to extend product life.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Will buy again
*by C***N on May 3, 2025*

So far, ants seem to loving it. I'm happy with the quality and shelf life. This will make ant keeping must easier.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Readily accepted by ants.
*by H***S on July 31, 2025*

Best ant nectar on the market.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Like an actual drug to ants
*by A***E on February 13, 2026*

My Myrmecoctysus Mexicanus colony is the pickiest honey pot colony istg it’s so hard to get them to drink anything remotely sweet to get their repletes full. The second I put a feeder with this in there they immediately swarmed it like a Solenopsis colony would. I don’t know what they put in this, but my ants are very much hooked.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-21*