Humidity Question for my Mantis

msteacher · Oct 5, 2018

Hi All,

I just moved my mantis, Rose, to the school I teach at and I am planning on leaving her here over the weekend. My question is, should I be concerned about her humidity levels if I am not here to spray her tank? She has Zoo Med Creature Soil, sphagnum moss and a piece of cork for substrate. The tank is glass and has a screen lid. I also have a heater underneath but it's unplugged right now. If humidity is something I should be concerned about what can I do to keep it up when I'm not here? I was thinking a wet sponge but idk if that would actually work. Any help is appreciated, thanks in advance!

*Edit* It is an S. Aura mantis

MantisGirl13 · Oct 5, 2018

What species is your mantis?

- MantisGirl13

msteacher · Oct 5, 2018

S. Aura I believe was the consensus

Pun1sh3R · Oct 5, 2018

My thoughts are that 2 days with a humidity drop will not be detrimental. Mist before you leave today. Mist when you get back.

Think about nature. Humidity swings naturally. It wouldn't be uncommon for a humidity drop to occur naturally.

I think the sponge idea is not the best idea. Possibility for mold.

You could also partially cover the top to reduce the drop. Make sure she is away from any vents to help too.