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Best Praying Mantis for Beginners

So you’ve decided that a praying mantis is the right pet for you. You’re excited about the possibility of keeping one of these incredible natural predators, watching them hunting their prey from the comfort of your own home. But where do you start, and what are the best praying mantis for beginners? What Are The …

European Mantis (Mantis religiosa) Care Sheet

by Richard Adams

Mantis religiosa, known more commonly as the European Mantis, is considered to be one of the most widely distributed mantis species of all. According to the IUCN it can be found on all contintents “except Antarctica and South America”. The European mantis has a traditional appearance, and can be found in both green and brown …