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I found this mantis religiosa ooth last year and it hatched about a dozen nymph. Appearance, unfortunately, isn't always a 100% indicator. I'd suggest after any photographing that you sew the ooth closed, record the date, store it in a jar, and wait to see if it hatches. Best wishes!

@Jessie It's one of the unavoidable parts of the hobby. You have to do what you think is right and in the best interest of the animal you're caring for. 

@GingerC I have fun making em. Thank you! Anatomical drawings can be really cool as well. 

@hibiscusmile Haha I never noticed that. Must be subliminal. 

@charzard Thanks :) @spotsy99 Thank you! Stick figures are a good start. 

@Jessie Thank you! 

Congratulations! :)  

An expert will need to chime in to verify but I am under the impression that if you do not observe the mating that there aren't any physical signs that is has taken place. The female will produce ootheca regardless of whether or not she has been fertilized. I'd suggest keeping the female well...

Sweet! Surrealism is awesome and if my stuff gives that impression, mission accomplished.  :sorcerer:

Thanks! You gotta do it! If you want to of course.  :lol:

Thank you  B)

This forum is full of talented folks with all kinds of cool interests and hobbies besides mantis. I thought I'd share a couple of my most recent mantis inspired paintings. All of my artwork is improvised with very little reference. Mostly from imagination. Both of these are 11x14 acrylics on...

Haha that sounds cute. They really do have wonderful personalities.

I'm looking for L2/L3 Ghost mantis nymphs. I'm located in Vancouver, WA. Please PM with price. Thank you. 

I kept dubias for my Chinese mantis last year and they loved them. I bought about 50 mediums from my local pet store. They were kept in a black plastic tote with small holes around the top of the container for airflow. I never tried feeding the roaches dog food but instead fed them carrots...