13 hour mating process. Going on 14

[Vixorthegreat]

So last night I have begun mating my shield mantids, around 11:30pm central time. They are still connected at 1:40pm the next day. Is there something wrong?

 

[Sarah K]

No, mating can take a long time with mantises. I have watched many instances where males remain of the female's back for days!

 

[Vixorthegreat]

Oh ok, it is just my first time it took so long. Thank you @Sarah K