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Hierodula sp. have became increasingly popular. Specifically the brightly colored H. Majuscla. Also, Rhombodera sp. If anyone could make one, that would be great!

Wow, these are gorgeous setups and mantids! I wouldnt worry about Carl eating the isopods, not sure why but most predators show no interest in isopods.

I had a pet ball of fertilizer when I was little that I thought was a bug egg... I fed it, gave it a home, it broke my 5 year old heart when it didn't hatch... 😂

My fav is the giant rainforest mantis

I know very well not to feed those suspicious looking bugs. I don't feed any of my critters wild caught bugs. And anyways, I hate crickets, same with my family. Never would keep them. Thanks for letting me know though!

Well... You asked for it. @MantisGirl13 and @Prayingmantisqueen ! A long time ago me and my mom were strolling through a petstore. We both coincidentally see a "Russian Tortoise" at the same time, and walk towards it. We both were absolutely delighted when we saw the cute little guy! We looked...

Oh whew. You just avoided a major problem there. You had me on the tips of my toes waiting for a post like this: Or like this: "Guys, there's a strong vinegar smell. My mantis has fallen over in the puddle and is now twitching." Thank God it was the first one! Also @MantisGirl13    I am...

Well, ATM all we can do is pray. I hope he comes back saying everything is alright and it does not smell of vinegar.

Owch. That's terrible @MantisGirl13. I really hope @MantisL 's mantis doesn't have "Black Death". 

Oh yeah, I had a pet robin that was dying. For like half a day cuz it died. RIP.

Dubai roaches. A spider. Ants. Those little triop thingys everyone had when they were little. Oh, my mom when she was a kid had a goose.  I kept a beetle for a little while. An evil depressed tortoise. (Don't ask, long story) Those are the crazy ones.

That's... odd. I agree with MantisGirl13, I think this may be vomit. I don't think it is a stool though. Also @MantisGirl13why would he be in trouble if it smells like vinegar?

Pretty colors!

Hey @MantisL, nice pics. I edited the pic just to brighten it up a little for you. Before:  After:    Try using the second edited pic, it may look better. Hope this helped!

I am thankful for; My friends My family My house My education My mantids (duh) My other pets This forum My life My provisions (food, water, clothes, etc.) My books And tons of other things!  Once again, Happy Thanksgiving! :)

It's officially Thanksgiving!

@hysteresis in a creepy way, that's pretty adorable!

@hysteresis lol, how did Caleb become such a "Pennywise fan"? Not exactly the most popular obsession for a kid haha. Did he watch the movie? I did, and after that, I'd ing think he would like Pennywise that much lol.

This should help! Also more specific quote from it to help answer your question " Development Molts take place about every three weeks until the ultimate molt which can take twice as long. Hatchlings are red and black and may mimic certain assassin bugs. Later instars to adult are white to...

Ah, that makes a ton more sense. Thanks!