It is not Archimantis latistyla because this species has smooth pronotum edge. The species you have is either A. armata or A. monstrosa. Following is the key for identifying Archimantis sp. I have more description of each species Captnsarah. If you need more info let me know.
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TheBeesKnees, nice find! The mantis is not peacock mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis). This is L1 peacock mantis look
Just hatched....
Hours after hatching
What you have there could be Statilia sp.
Phyllovates chlorophaea L2 nymphs. Captive bred. First generation. Breeding stock from wild collected ootheca which hatched and matured into adult. PM or emil me for more info.
Thank you "Sally" for all the wonderful mantids, great packing, and fantastic communication. Your kindness and mantis breeding skill are very much appreciated in this hobby. Thanks again.
Following species and nymphs available. Message or email me [email protected] if interested.
Rhombodera fusca - L2 OUT
Brunneria borealis - L3/4 - OUT
Phyllovates chlorophaea (Texas unicorn) - L2 (available in 2 weeks) - OUT
SOLD
Have some African bark mantis (Tarachodes sp.) turn to second instar (L2) recently. PM me if interested. Thanks.
Adlt female with ootheca
Adult male feeding on roach
Hatchling at L1
Yes i usually post some pics on this forum every year. Or you can see pics from the past few years as follow
2013 - http://mantidforum.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=28507&hl=tamu
2012 - http://mantidforum.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=23712&hl=tamu
2010 -...
This is the yearly event. Anyone interested and live near Texas A&M are welcome to drop by. I will be going to check out anything new. Last year was fun, able to catch up with some bug buddies.
RE: TAMU Insect Collection open house, January 4, 2014
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