Orchid Mantis
Hymenopus coronatus
Malaysia
Up to 6cm
Tropical
Flies
Bugs
Intermediate
The delicate Orchid Mantis is a wonderful animal to observe. Males only live for 5 molts, up to 6 months. Females live for 7 molts, up to 8 months!
Housing
20 x 20 x 30 vivarium (LxWxH) for an adult.
Heating
Air temperature 18-30°c with a heat mat.
Lighting
LED lighting for viewing.
Feeding
Feed live food every week.
Watering
Mist daily to maintain humidity.
Daily Care
Mist daily to maintain humidity. Spot clean the enclosure, check for mould, which can harbour harmful bacteria.
Weekly Care
Check all equipment is working correctly. Spot clean the enclosure to keep it maintained. Feed you mantis weekly with flies.
Long Term Care
Change substrate every 3 months, clean the vivarium with reptile disinfectant to prevent odours and to control bacteria.
