U user 13649 Member Joined Dec 3, 2023 Messages 7 Reaction score 7 Jan 22, 2024 #1 My Giant Shield Mantis molted yesterday and the old skin is still attached and it won’t come off when she wiggles. What do I do? Please advise. Attachments IMG_0665.jpeg 418.2 KB Last edited: Jan 22, 2024
My Giant Shield Mantis molted yesterday and the old skin is still attached and it won’t come off when she wiggles. What do I do? Please advise.
hibiscusmile Forum Supporter Supporting Member Joined Dec 28, 2006 Messages 13,704 Reaction score 923 Location Ohio Jan 27, 2024 #2 you can try misting the area, but most likely it won't come off without help and heling usually damages the area making it deformed. I would let it dry good and see if it eats it off.
you can try misting the area, but most likely it won't come off without help and heling usually damages the area making it deformed. I would let it dry good and see if it eats it off.