Popa spurca sexing

[alicenwnderlnd]

I am thinking this is a female, but as i have two that are identical,I dont have anything to compare to, am i correct?



Popa Spurca (African Twig Mantis) by macromike1, on Flickr

 

[patrickfraser]

Your guess is as good as mine and i'd say female, too. Looks like 6 segments and females have 3 thorn-like protrusions on the back, more pronounced than the male. The males are also smaller and less bulky.

 

[davestreasurechest]

looks female to me

 

[alicenwnderlnd]

Thanks guys... I was pretty sure, but just had to double check.. now to find a male or two!

 

[dgerndt]

I think I have a male. Maybe we can work something out. He's sub-adult right now.

 

[naeff002]

deffenitly a female.

 

[alicenwnderlnd]

I think I have a male. Maybe we can work something out. He's sub-adult right now.

Thanks Deby... i have a male coming! could not resist the greenoasis Sale.. (i am addicted :lol: ) thanks though i appreciate the offer!

 

[dgerndt]

No problem. I like to help when I can.