sbugir
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Yeah I had about 300 total hatched, now we're down to 100... and the numbers continue to thin. It's very interesting to see how nature plays its role.
In a matter of about 2 weeks, you're down to 13? You're reminding me of my past experience with these mantids. Nonetheless, it's good that you are keeping track of what's happening. Hopefully you can find what the deal is with this species. The next time I deal with this species, I'm going to keep them dry, and at the same time, keep them hydrated.UPDATE:
This species is bloody strage. I tested different humidity levels amongst each mantid, and I have concluded that humidity above 60% seems almost lethal for these fellas.
I'm only left with 13, however I will check outside to see if I can find a few I let free. If not, I'll have to wait til September to continue these diary again. Time will tell.
Yep, read the update above .Wow, down to twelve. Ntsees, do you have this species as well? Unfortunately, none I mine have hatched yet. Does anyone know have any input on the chances of mine hatching? Lemminweeks, did you test to see how they fair in low humidity?
I'll try to take some when my sis lets me use her camera...They were layed in October and September, and I put them outside for a diapuse. Outside temps were about 50 degrees in the winter. Btw, do you have any pics?
They do occur in my area, although I haven't seen them for a while now. In regards to me having oothecae, nope. I'm focusing on Iris oratoria since they seem easier. Still waiting for them to hatch. If your oothecae has been incubating naturally (meaning it was left outside since last year), it should have hatched by now I think (according to my local M. religiosa). But, give it another month or two.Wow, down to twelve. Ntsees, do you have this species as well? Unfortunately, none I mine have hatched yet. Does anyone know have any input on the chances of mine hatching? Lemminweeks, did you test to see how they fair in low humidity?
Ntsees, if you manage to catch some adults in the near future, I'd love to get my hands on few to see how size and girth vary amongst each regional species.They do occur in my area, although I haven't seen them for a while now. In regards to me having oothecae, nope. I'm focusing on Iris oratoria since they seem easier. Still waiting for them to hatch. If your oothecae has been incubating naturally (meaning it was left outside since last year), it should have hatched by now I think (according to my local M. religiosa). But, give it another month or two.
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