kamakiri
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Any update to this issue, Rick? Is the new stick setup working out?
3 of mine just molted to L6 in their 32 oz tubs okay...
3 of mine just molted to L6 in their 32 oz tubs okay...
Issues with gongy falling?
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Haven't had the issues since. I don't think the sticks have much to do with it because they never molt from the sticks. They always molt from the top of the cage. Finally had one molt into adult and he came out perfect. I did start misting daily.
Colorcham427
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I mist my Violins everyday, just a light mist on the bottom of their container. I just had a female molt into adult. I thought this species was a little bit bigger than expected, but hey, these are gorgeous specimens! 
Anyways, I always keep a fiberglass mesh in with the mantids. The seem to prefer it over the bio-vine. Bio-vines are great because they have extra texture/bumps, exceptional for grip, atleast with reptiles and 'crickets' .
I am keeping my guys at 90 F.
ALso guys I wanted to ask, do any of you know what moths are abudant in India where the Violins are mainly located, if they're found in any specific area that is. Curious what insects are over populated, possibly there is an insect that is commonly caught by them once they're bigger? Any of you been to India and actually witnessed them in their natural habitat?
Found this quick link about where one was found. http://www.whatsthatbug.com/2009/12/10/wandering-violin-mantis-from-india-2/
Insects of india, simply a cool site! lol im such a nerd hah http://www.insectsofindia.in/about.php
Any of you guys know where Violins naturally prefer to hangout so to speak, wait for prey? Most if not all insects have some sort of instinct, duty in their life... Just curious, maybe we can somehow piece information and figure more ways to help this species in captivity to progress. I am really digging this species!
I strictly feed them flies btw lol.
Also, thought this would help some out with deli cup homes... Have you guys tried the hornworm pod pre-made cups? These are cool and sweet because they already have a mesh professionally stapled inside. All you really need to do is add one stick for the middle. The cloth on the lid is pretty awesome for grip. The mesh's spaces between the holes aren't too big. Plenty of room for the middle to place a stick or piece of fake leaves, etc...
They come with the cloth vented lids, you can easily poke holes in the "only covered by cloth holes" for more air flow.
I'm fully aware that this species needs? or just does better because it's easier to maintain an evironment that is not as prone to "bacteria orgies" with well ventialted enclosures, such as full screen,net etc. cages...
Just thought I'd share, greatlakeshornworm.com has them for a price that is reasonable. .75 cents per cup. These can certainly be used for other species.
Anyways, I always keep a fiberglass mesh in with the mantids. The seem to prefer it over the bio-vine. Bio-vines are great because they have extra texture/bumps, exceptional for grip, atleast with reptiles and 'crickets'
.I am keeping my guys at 90 F.
ALso guys I wanted to ask, do any of you know what moths are abudant in India where the Violins are mainly located, if they're found in any specific area that is. Curious what insects are over populated, possibly there is an insect that is commonly caught by them once they're bigger? Any of you been to India and actually witnessed them in their natural habitat?
Found this quick link about where one was found. http://www.whatsthatbug.com/2009/12/10/wandering-violin-mantis-from-india-2/
Insects of india, simply a cool site! lol im such a nerd hah http://www.insectsofindia.in/about.php
Any of you guys know where Violins naturally prefer to hangout so to speak, wait for prey? Most if not all insects have some sort of instinct, duty in their life... Just curious, maybe we can somehow piece information and figure more ways to help this species in captivity to progress. I am really digging this species!
I strictly feed them flies btw lol.
Also, thought this would help some out with deli cup homes... Have you guys tried the hornworm pod pre-made cups? These are cool and sweet because they already have a mesh professionally stapled inside. All you really need to do is add one stick for the middle. The cloth on the lid is pretty awesome for grip. The mesh's spaces between the holes aren't too big. Plenty of room for the middle to place a stick or piece of fake leaves, etc...
They come with the cloth vented lids, you can easily poke holes in the "only covered by cloth holes" for more air flow.
I'm fully aware that this species needs? or just does better because it's easier to maintain an evironment that is not as prone to "bacteria orgies" with well ventialted enclosures, such as full screen,net etc. cages...
Just thought I'd share, greatlakeshornworm.com has them for a price that is reasonable. .75 cents per cup. These can certainly be used for other species.
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Schloaty
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Without having read the entire thread, I have a rather odd question for you all....
Do your houses/appartments/whatever ever shake for some reason? Forced air going on, train or trucks nearby, or whatever?
Maybe even something that you don't even notice any more is just enough to shake them down....
or, perhaps since they're in net cages, Rick, there's an occaisonal draft?
Or maybe you have mantis gremlins.... :blink:
Do your houses/appartments/whatever ever shake for some reason? Forced air going on, train or trucks nearby, or whatever?
Maybe even something that you don't even notice any more is just enough to shake them down....
or, perhaps since they're in net cages, Rick, there's an occaisonal draft?
Or maybe you have mantis gremlins.... :blink:
