have you ever seen _____? unknown mantis appreciation thread

[Mantis Man13]

Have you ever seen the iridescent bark mantis? It is native to southeast asia and is very rare! It looks like the colors of a rainbow! 

https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/カマキリ#/media/ファイル:Metalliticussplendidus.JPG

Can you guys tell me what you think of it? I would like to know!

 

[Arthroverts]

Ay, Metallyticus splendidus is a fantastic species that, surprising or no, seems rather easy to keep, fairly communal, and prolific. I'd like to see someone breed M. violaceus long-term as well and get some side-by-side shots with splendidus for comparison.

Thanks,

Arthroverts