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  1. Melophile

    What species?

    I don't often encounter wild mantids, but I saw this one on the wall right outside of my front door as I was leaving for work. I love the wings on this little one. Anyone know which species?
  2. Melophile

    12x12x18 Exo Terra terrarium, generic 5 gal. tank, miscellaneous items [In Florida; local pickup only]

    Looking to clear out some space in my room so I'm here to get rid of a whack ton of things. I have: You can find pictures of when I had the 12x12x18 terrarium set up here: http://mantidforum.net/forums/index.php?/topic/36189-just-got-a-12x12x18-exo-terra-mini-tall/ Looking to get rid of...
  3. Melophile

    Bug bite?

    So I've had my fair share of mosquito bites and bee stings and whatnot, but I woke up this morning to a weird pain on my thigh. The best way I can explain the pain is that it feels like when you touch your bruise, but that's how it feels all day long even when I'm not even touching it. I'm not...
  4. Melophile

    Anyone have experience with saltwater aquariums?

    I've been wanting a saltwater aquarium for the longest time, but my gf keeps trying to dissuade me because it's expensive to maintain one. I'm curious, how much would it cost to get a small aquarium going? I'm going to say maybe a 10-15 gallon tank. What about a smaller 5 gallon tank, or the...
  5. Melophile

    Just got a 12x12x18 Exo-Terra Mini-Tall!

    It's to indicate where I plan on putting plants.
  6. Melophile

    Just got a 12x12x18 Exo-Terra Mini-Tall!

    UPDATE :D For the most part, the terrarium is complete. Now, I just need to look for some plants to completely finish this terrarium. I've been mostly interested in neoregelias, but I want some variety, so I'm still in the search. I added sheet moss all over just to add some color for the...
  7. Melophile

    Just got a 12x12x18 Exo-Terra Mini-Tall!

    Cork flats have been laid in place, Great Stuff foam has been applied and the excess has been shaven off to provide a better surface for silicone adhesion. Siliconing coco fiber to the background will be for another day. I have a brick of Exo-Terra Plantation Soil (coco fiber) that I have to...
  8. Melophile

    Just got a 12x12x18 Exo-Terra Mini-Tall!

    Siliconing a piece of manzanita and letting it dry before I start laying out the cork flats and foaming stuff up.
  9. Melophile

    ethanblaze1017

    Bought an adult male Tenodera sinensis from Ethan. I just received him in the mail today. Packaging is great; the mantis arrived safe. Only minor issue is that the mantis had a tarsa and a good amount of his tibia missing on one of his rear legs. This wasn't mentioned in the ad or the PM. The...
  10. Melophile

    Just got a 12x12x18 Exo-Terra Mini-Tall!

    I was planning on purchasing a nano-tall (8x8x12) not too long ago, but I saw my friend selling this terrarium on his Facebook for the same price as a nano/tall, so I couldn't help but snag up on this deal. He bought it online and the terrarium turned out to be too small for him. He didn't want...
  11. Melophile

    Ways to divide kritter keepers?

    I'd recommend a divider that is not see-through. If they are able to see each other, they will continually try to attack each other, but it won't work since there is a divider that is separating them, and it'll just stress them out. "I'M ATTACKING YOU, BUT WHY WON'T YOU DIE?!?!"
  12. Melophile

    Looking for some adult species

    Looking for: - Adult female Stagmomantis carolina - Adult male Tenodera sinensis (found a seller) - Adult male Acromantis japonica Preferably mature, but if fresh adult, I'm still interested. I'm looking to outright buy them; no loans, no ooth splits, nada. Leave me a message if you got any of...
  13. Melophile

    Mantid face ripped in the old shed skin?

    I'm very curious to see the exoskeleton.
  14. Melophile

    Idolomantis diabolica

    Decided to take some pictures of my Idolo today after he molted. I believe he is L4.
  15. Melophile

    Blue bottle spikes gone bad?

    The non-pupated ones are a creamy white color, while the pupated ones are brown/reddish brown/dark brown/etc. Then there are these guys; non-pupated with grayish tints, some are completely black (dark brown under light). Not sure whether these spikes are pupating or have just gone bad. I give...
  16. Melophile

    Mantis id needed and gender

    I'd say Tenodera sinensis (Chinese mantis). The yellow dot between the arms is what gives it away. Tenodera angustipennis is similar to the Chinese mantis, however, they have a orange dot as opposed to the Chinese's yellow.
  17. Melophile

    Current Possessions.

    1 x Adult female Parasphendale agrionina (Budwing mantis) 1 x Sub-adult male Parasphendale agrionina (Budwing mantis) 1 x Adult female Phyllocrania paradoxa (Ghost mantis) 1 x Adult male Phyllocrania paradoxa (Ghost mantis) 1 x Adult female Acromantis japonica (Japanese boxer mantis) 1 x...
  18. Melophile

    WTB Adult male Acromantis japonica

    My adult female has just laid her first ooth and unfortunately, she has never been mated. Looking to purchase an adult male, preferably matured, but if he is a fresh adult, I'm still interested. Please message me if you have one for sale.
  19. Melophile

    Vlodek

    Purchased an adult male Ghost mantis (Phyllocrania paradoxa) from him. One of the nicest packaging I have ever received. As soon as I cut open the box, I knew the mantis would arrive safe. Would purchase from Vlodek again in the future.
  20. Melophile

    Bug identification needed!

    Find this little guy. Anyone know what it is?
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