Praying Mantis

Hatched Date 

California Praying Mantis Hatchlings.

With proper care it will reach the size of 2.5 - 3 inches with a life expectancy up to 6 Months - 1 Year. Since they are newborns, it's their first instar at (L1)Level.  Every molt they shed their skin. This species will have 7 - 9 Molts.

Care 

Place anywhere at home in an environment that won't be affected by cold. You can always use a low heating pad placed underneath the cup or tank.

Spray 2 times a day everyday

Feed 3 -5 fruitflies(Melanogaster)every 2 days or 3 depending if it's a fiesty eater.

Keep in mind every molt increase their appetite, so does their meals. 

After molt (L3) Start giving the larger fruitflies (Hydei). You will start to have an idea what size to offer your mantis.

Around the molt (L5) their food could be mealworms, waxworms, silkworms, hornworms, etc.

Get a upgraded small tank or container when it reaches near adulthood. 

To determine the gender, check underneath their abdomen and count how many segments.5 is female, more than 5 is male. Another way is if the booty is huge it's a lady! And no buns means it's a male haha.

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