Description
Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) – Stunning & Captivating
Just molted from L5 to fully adult, these will be ready for breeding from 7th July.
These domestically bred nymphs are healthy, active and eating well. Currently being fed on house flies, moths, green bottles and blue bottles.
(Orchids prefer flying food and do not thrive well on a diets of roaches, crickets, etc. Please only purchase if you can feed correctly. Although the occasional wax worm treat is very welcomed).
Photos show Orchid Mantis at various stages, as well as their adult male and female parents. All photos are my own and show either the actual nymphs that are currently available, or their parents at various stages.
I have 2 males currently available.
Hatch and Growth Timeline:
🟢 Ootheca laid: 06/02/25
🟢 First nymphs (L1) hatched: 24/03/25
🟢 First moult to L2: between 04/04/25 and 06/04/25
🟢 Second moult to L3: between 15/04/25 and 18/04/25
🟢 Third moult to L4: between 02/05/25 and 06/05/25
🟢 Forth moult to L5: between 16/05/25 and 17/05/25
🟢 Fifth moult to adult: 14/06/25 and 16/06/25
Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful insects in the world, the Orchid Mantis is an incredible species, well known for its striking appearance and fascinating behaviour.
Despatch or Collection:
📦 Special Parcel – Nymphs will only be dispatched via Royal Mail Special Service on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays to avoid weekend delays.
£23 price includes this.
📍 Collection Available – You are welcome to collect in person from Cheltenham.