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Thanks :) And she finally likes mealworms now too :P

Well, she just molted and has her wings. Over a month for her to molt her final time. Happy she finally reached adult. :)

Ok, my female budwing just hit L8, and still has no signs of wings. She a little more than 2 inches now. The temp she is kept in is low 70's. The question-Was that her final molt and her growth was stunted, or is it possible she has one more molt in her? She's been eating a steady amount...

It's L6 and definitely has a diamond shape behind :P

Not sure if you can tell from these pics, but this is the little one.

Ok, I think I have a male on my hands. He's L6, and still not more than 1.5 inches. He doesn't have many more molts left, right?

Just curious what everyone's preference is when purchasing a mantis. I have recently purchased an L3 budwing, and an adult H. Parviceps. I find that I am enjoying the budwing more, and I feel that it is because I feel more connected with it as it has been through 2 molts with me already (and is...

Think budwings are my favorite. Everytime I show my face over the top of the cage, my little L4 comes running like a puppy to me. It runs like a spider. Those things are so adorable.

One word: Wow. Ordered an H. Parviceps from Carey, asked her a million questions, and she was always cheerful and helpful. The package arrived quickly and I was shocked with the way it was packed (in a good way :P ). Foam insulation, a cold pack, and tons of newspaper filler to make sure my...

Well, I just got my first recently, but it's a Bud Wing. Joining him soon will be H. Parviceps.

Thanks for the advice, will do :) I see I missed a few great deals already!

Well, I am very happy that I chose this species as my first. I'm curious why you guys say the budwing is underrated though. Seems everyone here appreciates them and they seem to be the choice for a lot of beginners. Maybe the more experienced mantis keepers under appreciate them? :o If so...

Thanks guys (or gals) :P So these would be considered medium size then? I have a tiny L3 (not sure about its sex) and it just ate a fly almost as big as it was. I love these things :P

Hello all, I keep reading conflicting information about the size a typical budwing attains. I've read males reach 4cm, and I've also read 3-4 inches. If anyone could enlighten me that would be great. Thanks!

Bought a budwing from Peter, which came today neatly packed and the little guy (budwing) was adorably small :P Seems to be in great health, and Peter gave me a ton of info to help foster my new addiction. Thanks Peter!

Hey Allyn, how close to Boston are you? I may need some feeders for and L3 budwing. Do you also sell mantids?

No, I use them like sled dogs, and they bring me throughout the house. Damn strong they are :D If you haven't had the pleasure, I highly recommend buying some. They are a lot of fun. As for mantids, just ordered my first...the budwing. Hope I don't get addicted....

Hello all. I'm just getting into mantids though I've kept rhino beetles for a couple years now. Always have been interested in mantids, though they seem to require a bit more effort to feed than the rhinos. Looking forward to reading your posts. Dynastyus