Small Informational Request

[sppc9876]

Hey forum,

Just had a small favor I wanted to ask ... anyone spare 50,000 orchid nymphs? Ok I'm just kidding. I think that probably give me my first migraine. But on the serious side, I wanted to ask if anyone had a picture of a subadult female sphodromantis sp preferably with some features that'll help me identify if mine is close to the next molt or if I have to wait 2 more weeks til the buds fill. It'll put my questioning at ease.

Thanks everyone!

 

[Rick]

You don't need a picture really. If the mantis in question is subadult you will be able to tell if the final molt is very near. There really is no way you can miss the signs. The wing buds will become very swollen.