This is my first exchange, so I wasn't really sure what to expect. But this gift really caught me off guard. I certainly wasn't expecting to get an ant farm! It's pretty nifty little design. Unfortunately, I'm not very good at keeping things alive. I've killed multiple plants. I do have a cat, but she's able to get my attention when she needs food. I'm too worried these little guys would starve to death with my track record. Luckily, I have a younger cousin who would LOVE something like this. He's fascinated with bugs. So, thanks to my SS for making an 11 year old very happy and making me the coolest cousin in his eyes!