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Papua Blue Mantis – Hierodula Sp Papau

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Description

Papua Blue Mantis – Hierodula Sp Papau
1x Unsexed Nymph
Key Characteristics –
• Ideal for beginners.
• Large mantis – Adult females up to 10-15cm, males smaller.
• Colours range from greens to blues. We cannot guarantee colours.
• 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, locusts moths and dubia roaches after the 4th Instar. 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-
• These mantises are a hardy species that can be kept at warm room temperature (around 24C), allowing for a slight drop during the night.
• They require a humidity of around 40-55%. This can be achieved by misting the enclosure 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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