Deadleaf eggs help?

[falloffalot]

Hi all

I have a deadleaf Mantis which I was told it was Male. However, today I have discovered that it is in fact a Female.

As she has started to lay eggs this morning. This has confused me as see has never bred. Is this normal?

Am I right in thinking the eggs will not be fertile?

Additionally, will her health suffer as a result?

Thanks Jas

 

[Rick]

That is normal. Mantids will lay eggs whether mated or not. If she has not been mated the eggs will not be fertile.

 

[hibiscusmile]

Ditto That :tt2:

 

[falloffalot]

Few that's a relief

Thanks for the speedy response.

 

[dgerndt]

Congrats on your female dead leaf!

 

[more_rayne]

Which species of dead leaf do you have? Got a picture?