Buying and caring for a pet praying mantis

Everything you need to know about how to keep a praying mantis happy and healthy.
Illness, Infection, & Injury In Praying Mantis
Fungal infections, bacterial infections, eye rub, mismoults, old age, physical injury and more, our in-depth guide to praying mantis healthcare cracks down on illness in praying mantis.
Housing A Praying Mantis & Mantis Enclosures
Setting up a praying mantis enclosure is simple, but knowing what to add can be a little tricky. We’ll teach you how to choose, set up and decorate an enclosure your mantis will thrive in, and discuss the importance of adding ventilation, keeping in humidity, and much more.
Sexing A Praying Mantis
Sexing a praying mantis can seem more complicated than it actually is. Here’s our guide on how to sex your praying mantis, from segment-counting to analysing body shape. We’ve also added in some brief pointers on specific mantis species and their unique sexual dimorphism.
Feeding A Praying Mantis
Knowing how and what to feed your praying mantis, and if you’ve even fed enough, can be a little nerve-racking for new keepers. Let’s delve into everything feeding related, and how you’ll know if you’re doing it right.