It would be an underestimation to say that she had a bad molt. Both of her back legs were bent backwards, the front one missing completely, and she had no claws on all but one limb.
The female Cat-eyed mantis (Giant African stick mantis) is getting really huge! She has a friendly temperament and a true alien-resembling look that we love the most in praying mantises! Watching her eyes in macro is like observing a deep space galaxy.
This unknown species of Sphodromantis has absolutely stunning blue-ish coloration. The breeder who sold her told us this animal originates from Somalia, but she didn’t know the exact name.
One of the most unique looking mantis species that mimics flowers with her appearance. Harpagomantis tricolor are hard to find and not easy to keep. Still can’t believe we were lucky to find a couple.
This brave male Deroplatys Trigonodera is attempting to redefine the life expectancy of his species. He is now close to 7 month old and still holding. We call this a great success, considering that in a wild they live way less.
This little armored wonder from the jungles of Thailand and Vietnam is called Parablepharis kuhlii asiatica. She is possibly the rarest praying mantis we’ve had a privilege to raise.
Funny to watch how his mood changes in a second, when he is unexpectedly disturbed. All of the sudden he is all defensive and stretching his arms upwards, just like he is saying “back off”. I wonder if this pose work in a real jungle environment?
She is as dangerous and as beautiful an insect can be. Dangerous to other bugs, for humans the only threat she poses is keepers falling in love with her character and appearance.
Eats like a machine and has never refused a food in over a year long life. Lives much longer than many other praying mantis species, which is a big plus. Gentle, patient giant. She is confident and intelligent, if you push her, have no doubt’s – she will push back.
Sphodromantis lineola is near the top of our all-time favorites. She is a feisty female and can take down large prey items. Generally speaking, this is not the best beginner species because she moves fast and strikes on fingers a lot.
