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Available in 4 color options to help you organize and identify multiple tubes at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack of 10\u003c\/strong\u003e sponge plugs for great value\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with 18mm and 20mm\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter test tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, durable sponge\u003c\/strong\u003e material — gentle yet long-lasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-blocking design\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps moisture contained within the tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable construction\u003c\/strong\u003e allows essential airflow for colony health\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 color options\u003c\/strong\u003e available for easy tube identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for ant farms, founding tubes, and formicarium setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sponge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 pieces per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm – 20mm diameter test tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on ant biology and colony care, visit the Smithsonian Institution's Ant Information Resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size test tubes are these ant farm sponge plugs compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: These sponge plugs are designed to fit standard \u003cstrong\u003e18mm and 20mm diameter test tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are the most widely used sizes for ant founding tubes and formicarium nest setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What material are the sponge plugs made from, and are they safe for ant colonies?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The plugs are crafted from soft, durable \u003cstrong\u003esponge material\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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