1x Instar3/Instar4 Nymph

Please note – We will not be sexing these to order, however they are most likely female.

Key Characteristics –
• Ideal for keepers with a little experience.
• Small/Medium Mantis – Adult females up to 7cm, males much smaller around 2.5cm.
• White/cream with varying hues – from pink to brown. They tend to become more pink towards a molt.
• Fascinating to observe. Very aggressive towards prey. Tolerant of correct handling. Always handle cautiously and never leave a child alone with a mantis. Adult males of this species are prone to flight, adult females are not.
• Under no circumstances should these be kept communally.
• These will thrive on large fruitflies and then green/bluebottle flies and moths after the 4th Instar. As a flower species, flying prey is advised. They do not require a feeding schedule as a thinner abdomen will indicate hunger and a satiated mantis will look plump. Mantis can comfortably hunt prey up to 50% their body length.

Environment for this species-
• Orchid Mantises are best kept at 20-24C, allowing for a slight drop during the night.
• They require a humidity of around 50-60%. This can be achieved by misting with either spring water or tap water treated with our Hydropure solution. A thermometer/hygrometer is advisable for monitoring these levels.
• They will drink from the droplets of moisture in their enclosure, separate water is unnecessary.
• All mantis require an enclosure at least 3x as tall as they are long. This is to allow ample space for molting so please bear this in mind when adding décor to enclosures.
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