Have two Ghost mantis being shipped to me now. These will be my first pair and I look forward to trading and selling with the members of this forum: When my first Ooth hatches next season. Idolomorpha lateralis has to be my favorite species so far, but they are $60 dollars for a pair from the seller I went to; including shipping. For my first pair I didn't want to spend that much, only to find out I still have a lot to learn. I've been reading furiously over the past couple days to make sure I know enough to keep the ones I have coming; alive. I chose a 5 gallon Zoo med terrarium for my Ghost Mantid.... But from what I've read on this forum, even a mating pair of this species will end up eating the male. Since my mantis will be shipped on the 1st, and will take 5 days to reach me, I still have time to figure out what I'm going to do. I still think this Zoo Med Terrarium is a great breeding habitat, since the front opens up: should be easy to break the fighting couple up, if things go south..
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As you've already found, searching the forum is great way to find invaluable information. Best of luck with your new Ghost pair! 
