Mantid still sub-adult or one more molt?

[carley]

My carolina mantis hasn't molted since August. She had a fairly regular molting schedule, and I've recorded her at being 5th instar as of 8/26. She has fully developed wings it seems, but she somewhat mis-molted the last time and bent one of her back legs into a strange position. It still functions, but I want to know if I should expect another molt in hopes of fixing her leg. Thanks!

eta: Attached a picture -- sorry it's not the best quality...

 

[azn567]

If she has grown her wings then that is her final molt, so she will not be able to repair anything damaged unfortunately, but if she can function and thrive in that state then there is no worry.

 

[ismart]

She is an adult. There are no more molts after adulthood. She will not be able to fix her legs. Sorry!