{"product_id":"ant-water-feeder-clear-drinking-feeder-crickets-water-station-drowning-prevention-for-ant-bee-crickets-home-classroom-outdoor","title":"Ant Water Feeder with Drowning Prevention - 12ml","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.yvk-prod {\n  font-family: inherit;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  line-height: 1.65;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  max-width: 860px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n}\n.yvk-prod p { margin: 0 0 16px; }\n.yvk-prod-hook {\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  margin: 0 0 24px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-h2 {\n  font-size: 1.75rem;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  margin: 56px 0 20px;\n  line-height: 1.2;\n  padding-top: 32px;\n  border-top: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n  position: relative;\n}\n.yvk-prod-h2::before {\n  content: '';\n  display: block;\n  width: 36px;\n  height: 2px;\n  background: #a84c42;\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-trust {\n  list-style: none;\n  margin: 0 0 32px;\n  padding: 0;\n  display: flex;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  gap: 12px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-trust-item {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 8px;\n  background: #fefcf8;\n  border: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  padding: 10px 16px;\n  font-size: 0.9rem;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  flex: 1 1 180px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-trust-item svg {\n  color: #a84c42;\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n}\n.yvk-prod-story p {\n  margin: 0 0 16px;\n  color: #1f1610;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefits-grid {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n  gap: 20px;\n  margin: 24px 0 0;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefit {\n  background: #fefcf8;\n  border: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  padding: 22px 20px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefit-icon {\n  display: block;\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\n  color: #a84c42;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefit-icon svg {\n  display: inline-block;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n  color: #a84c42;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefit h3 {\n  font-size: 1.05rem;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  margin: 0 0 8px;\n  line-height: 1.3;\n}\n.yvk-prod-benefit p {\n  font-size: 0.95rem;\n  color: #3a2e28;\n  margin: 0;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin: 24px 0 0;\n  font-size: 0.95rem;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features tr {\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features tr:last-child {\n  border-bottom: none;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features td {\n  padding: 12px 10px;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n  color: #1f1610;\n}\n.yvk-prod-feature-ico {\n  width: 36px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #a84c42;\n}\n.yvk-prod-feature-ico svg {\n  display: inline-block;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n  color: #a84c42;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features td:nth-child(2) {\n  font-weight: 600;\n  width: 38%;\n}\n.yvk-prod-features td:nth-child(3) {\n  color: #3a2e28;\n}\n.yvk-prod-care {\n  list-style: none;\n  padding: 0;\n  margin: 24px 0 0;\n}\n.yvk-prod-care-item {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: flex-start;\n  gap: 12px;\n  padding: 12px 0;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n  font-size: 0.97rem;\n  color: #1f1610;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n}\n.yvk-prod-care-item:last-child {\n  border-bottom: none;\n}\n.yvk-prod-care-item svg {\n  display: inline-block;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n  color: #a84c42;\n  opacity: 0.85;\n  margin-top: 2px;\n}\n.yvk-prod-sociomatch {\n  background: #fefcf8;\n  border: 1px solid #e7ddd0;\n  border-left: 3px solid #a84c42;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  padding: 20px 22px;\n  margin: 24px 0 0;\n  font-size: 0.97rem;\n  line-height: 1.65;\n  color: #1f1610;\n}\n.yvk-prod-sociomatch p { margin: 0 0 10px; 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}\n  .yvk-prod-benefits-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .yvk-prod-trust { flex-direction: column; }\n  .yvk-prod-trust-item { flex: 1 1 auto; }\n  .yvk-prod-features { display: block; overflow-x: auto; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"yvk-prod-hook\"\u003eDrowning is the number-one silent killer in ant and cricket setups. The \u003cstrong\u003eant water feeder with drowning prevention\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes that with a stepped interior that lets workers drink safely at 12ml capacity, without you babysitting the water dish every hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"yvk-prod-trust\"\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2 4 6v6c0 5 4 9 8 10 4-1 8-5 8-10V6l-8-4z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eNo-drown step design\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 12h18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3c-2.5 3-4 5.5-4 9s1.5 6 4 9\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3c2.5 3 4 5.5 4 9s-1.5 6-4 9\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eLeakproof clear plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7l9-4 9 4v10l-9 4-9-4V7z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7l9 4 9-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 11v10\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eShips in protective box\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"yvk-prod-story\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe first time I lost a Lasius niger worker (the common black garden ant) to a water dish, I had used a bottle cap. Flat surface, no grip, no exit. She slipped in and that was it. After that I tried cotton-stuffed tubes, pebble-filled dishes, and damp sponge pads. They all worked, but they all introduced mold risk or required constant replacement. A dedicated feeder with a built-in stepped ramp is the cleaner answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis feeder is made from food-safe clear plastic, so you can actually see the water level without disturbing the setup. The stepped interior creates graduated ledges: a worker that slips finds a foothold before she reaches the bottom. At 3.6 x 3.8 cm, it fits inside most founding test tubes, outworld trays, and classroom observation kits without taking up half the floor space. The smooth inner walls mean no biofilm traps, and a quick rinse under the tap is all the maintenance it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eI keep one in every outworld I run, including the acrylic nests we stock for Camponotus (the carpenter ant genus, big and thirsty). For bees, crickets, or any arthropod that needs open water access, the same logic applies: graduated steps, clear walls, 12ml of capacity that lasts a small colony several days between refills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"yvk-prod-h2\"\u003eWhy this ant water feeder prevents drowning better than DIY alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-benefits-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"yvk-prod-benefit\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"yvk-prod-benefit-icon\"\u003e\n        \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2C7 2 4 6 4 10c0 6 8 12 8 12s8-6 8-12c0-4-3-8-8-8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 7v6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 10l3 3 3-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eStepped ramp keeps workers safe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe graduated interior ledges give any ant or cricket that slips a foothold to climb out, cutting accidental drowning to near zero in normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"yvk-prod-benefit\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"yvk-prod-benefit-icon\"\u003e\n        \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 8v4l3 3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e12ml capacity reduces daily refills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA founding colony of 20-50 workers can go two to three days between refills, so you spend less time opening the setup and stressing the queen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"yvk-prod-benefit\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"yvk-prod-benefit-icon\"\u003e\n        \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 9h18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 21V9\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eClear walls for zero-disturbance monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eTransparent plastic lets you check the water level and watch drinking behavior at a glance, without lifting lids or disturbing the colony's humidity zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"yvk-prod-benefit\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"yvk-prod-benefit-icon\"\u003e\n        \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 12c0-3 2-5 5-5h8c3 0 5 2 5 5v3H3v-3z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M18 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eSmooth interior cleans in under 30 seconds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo dead corners, no porous surfaces. A quick rinse removes any algae or mineral deposits, keeping the water source hygienic between refills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"yvk-prod-h2\"\u003eAnt water feeder specifications: size, material, and what is in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"yvk-prod-features\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 21 21 3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 18l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 15l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M11 12l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M14 9l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M17 6l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e3.6 x 3.8 cm (1.42 x 1.5 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 6h14\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 6v15\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 11h6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M15 11h6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 12h18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3v18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eClear food-safe plastic, no high-concern chemicals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 9h18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 21V9\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eWhite \/ transparent body\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2 4 6v6c0 5 4 9 8 10 4-1 8-5 8-10V6l-8-4z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eStepped interior, leakproof, deformation-resistant walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7l9-4 9 4v10l-9 4-9-4V7z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7l9 4 9-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 11v10\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1x transparent ant water feeder\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd class=\"yvk-prod-feature-ico\"\u003e\n          \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 3H5a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M15 3h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 15v4a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M15 21h4a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible setups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAnt farms, outworlds, cricket terrariums, classroom observation kits, bee observation boxes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"yvk-prod-h2\"\u003eHow to set up and maintain your ant water feeder correctly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"yvk-prod-care\"\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2C7 2 4 6 4 10c0 6 8 12 8 12s8-6 8-12c0-4-3-8-8-8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 7v6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 10l3 3 3-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003ePlace the feeder on flat ground inside the outworld or enclosure. The stepped opening should face the colony's main travel path so workers find it quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 8v4l3 3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eFill to no more than two-thirds of the 12ml capacity. Overfilling reduces the effectiveness of the stepped ledges and increases splash risk near the entrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 12c0-3 2-5 5-5h8c3 0 5 2 5 5v3H3v-3z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M18 15v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eRinse with clean water every 3-5 days. The smooth inner finish means a 10-second rinse under the tap removes any residue. No brushes needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"4\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 6v6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 14l4 4 4-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 18v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eUse plain filtered or dechlorinated water. The feeder is compatible with diluted nutrient solutions, but rinse thoroughly before switching back to plain water to avoid residue buildup.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 19v3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 12h3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M19 12h3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 5l2 2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M17 17l2 2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 19l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M17 7l2-2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eKeep the feeder out of direct sunlight. UV exposure accelerates algae growth inside the water chamber and can slightly yellow clear plastic over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"yvk-prod-care-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2 4 6v6c0 5 4 9 8 10 4-1 8-5 8-10V6l-8-4z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eInspect the base for cracks every few weeks if the enclosure is handled often. The deformation-resistant walls hold up well under normal use, but a cracked base will leak slowly and wet the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"yvk-prod-h2\"\u003eWho this drowning-prevention water feeder is built for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-sociomatch\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis feeder is the right call if you are running a founding colony in a test-tube setup or a small outworld, managing a classroom ant farm where kids check the setup daily, or keeping crickets as feeder insects and tired of finding casualties in the water dish every morning. It also works well for anyone who keeps solitary bees in observation boxes and needs a reliable, visible water source that does not require daily attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is probably not the right fit if your colony has scaled to several thousand workers and needs a much larger water reservoir, or if you are running a species that requires a fully sealed humid chamber rather than open water access. For larger colony water solutions and outworld accessories, check the rest of the accessories range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIf you are just starting out and still figuring out your first setup, the \u003cstrong\u003eant water feeder with drowning prevention\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the few pieces of gear I would call a genuine first purchase rather than an upgrade. Get the basics right before you spend on anything fancier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"yvk-prod-h2\"\u003eAnt water feeder questions answered before you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-faq-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"yvk-prod-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Will this feeder fit inside a standard test-tube outworld or founding enclosure?\n        \u003csvg class=\"yvk-prod-faq-chevron\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-faq-answer\"\u003eAt 3.6 x 3.8 cm, the feeder fits comfortably inside most standard outworld trays (typically 10 x 10 cm or larger) and sits flat without tipping. It will not fit inside a standard 16mm or 18mm test tube, but it is designed for the outworld or enclosure floor, not the tube itself. If your outworld is smaller than 8 x 8 cm, measure first.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"yvk-prod-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        How long does shipping take, and does it ship internationally?\n        \u003csvg class=\"yvk-prod-faq-chevron\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-faq-answer\"\u003eShipping times and destinations depend on your location and the carrier selected at checkout. International orders are accepted. Check the shipping information page at checkout for your specific country's estimated delivery window and any applicable customs notes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"yvk-prod-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        How long will the plastic hold up, and does it yellow or crack over time?\n        \u003csvg class=\"yvk-prod-faq-chevron\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-faq-answer\"\u003eThe deformation-resistant plastic holds its shape under normal handling and does not crack from regular refilling. Yellowing is possible if the feeder sits under a strong UV lamp or direct sunlight for extended periods, which is why keeping it in a shaded area of the enclosure is recommended. Kept out of direct UV, the clarity stays good through many months of regular use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails class=\"yvk-prod-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        How is this different from just using a damp cotton ball or a pebble dish?\n        \u003csvg class=\"yvk-prod-faq-chevron\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yvk-prod-faq-answer\"\u003eCotton balls and pebble dishes work, but both carry real downsides: cotton grows mold within days in a warm enclosure, and pebble dishes are hard to clean without disturbing the colony. 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