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Mesopteryx alata

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This species looks like a cross-breed between chinese mantis and Brunneria borealis. Adult female is large (10-11 cm), with wings cover only half of the abdomen. Male is smaller and full wings.

L4 nymphs feeding on house fly

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Some hatching out recently (Email me if interested - to be shipped at L2)

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Pic of adult female from Mr. Ocean

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