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Praying Mantis Invertebrates for sale

7 Praying Mantis Invertebrates for sale

The Praying Mantis, also known simply as the mantis, is an extraordinary insect native to various temperate and tropical regions worldwide. Renowned for its distinctive appearance, it features a long, slender body and a triangular head with large compound eyes, capable of rotating 180 degrees. Its most recognizable trait is the "praying" posture formed by raptorial forelegs equipped with spines for catching prey swiftly. The orchid mantis, a popular variant, mimics flowers with pink and white colours, enhancing its camouflage. Temperamentally, praying mantises are solitary and ambush predators, feeding mainly on insects and occasionally small vertebrates. They are appreciated in gardens for their natural pest control abilities. Due to their peaceful nature towards humans, they are suitable for enthusiasts looking for exotic pets in the UK market. Care involves maintaining warm, humid environments and providing live prey. Keywords such as "praying mantis for sale," "orchid mantis for sale UK," and "mantis for sale near me" reflect a growing interest in keeping these fascinating invertebrates as pets. This species combines unique beauty with ecological benefits, making it a remarkable addition for hobbyists and nature lovers alike.

Praying Mantis invertebrates Ghost mantis Phyllocrania paradoxa - Advert 1
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Ghost mantis Phyllocrania paradoxa

Praying Mantis

9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Ghost mantis between i2 and i4 available, mixed sex This is a very much beginner friendly invert, They will stay quite small only reaching 4-5cm but are extremely handleable and personable To be fed

Newton AbbotDevon
Praying Mantis invertebrates Dead Leaf Mantis ( Deroplatys dessicata) I3/I4  - Advert 2
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Dead Leaf Mantis ( Deroplatys dessicata) I3/I4

Praying Mantis

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£7Price

A fascinating mantis resembling a dead leaf. Easy to care for, interesting to watch and they have plenty of personality. The first pic is the adult, the mantis are at around I3/I4 stage. I am

Shoreham-by-SeaWest Sussex
Praying Mantis invertebrates Ghost mantis nymphs. Ready to ship.  - Advert 3
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Ghost mantis nymphs. Ready to ship.

Praying Mantis

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have several ghost mantis nymphs available, some ready to ship, eating very well on fruit flies. £10 each plus £9 24 hour tracked P&P

WellingboroughNorth Northamptonshire
Praying Mantis invertebrates Ghost Mantis L1-L6 - Phyllocrania paradoxa - Advert 4
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Ghost Mantis L1-L6 - Phyllocrania paradoxa

Praying Mantis

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£8Price

from the 2nd of feb, shipping will be paused until 9th and after the pause will become limited to once a week for several weeks. Ghost Mantis (Phyllocrania paradoxa) Nymphs (L1-l4) 1 - £8 (L1 ) 3

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MalmesburyWiltshire
Praying Mantis invertebrates Various Praying Mantis. PLEASE READ FULL ADVERT.  - Advert 5
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Various Praying Mantis. PLEASE READ FULL ADVERT.

Praying Mantis

15 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price

Available mantis. All captive bred by myself. All nymphs are at least 2nd/3rd instar. Hymenopus coronatus (Orchid mantis) £10. Fulciniola Snelleni (Moss mantis) £7. Gonypeta sp (Bark mantis) £5. Hier

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NottinghamNottingham
Praying Mantis invertebrates Ghost Mantis (phyllocrania paradoxa) ootheca - Advert 6
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Ghost Mantis (phyllocrania paradoxa) ootheca

Praying Mantis

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£25Price

from the 2nd of feb, shipping will be paused until 9th and after the pause will become limited to once a week for several weeks. Ghost Mantis (Phyllocrania paradoxa) Ootheca, also known as an egg ca

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MalmesburyWiltshire
Praying Mantis invertebrates Various inverts mantis millipedes scorpions - Advert 7
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Various inverts mantis millipedes scorpions

Praying Mantis

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£5Price

Hello we have available various different invertebrates and enclosures Praying mantis are 19.99 each Giant shield Timor shield Yunnun flower Ghost Orchid mantis are 24.99 each Enclosures are the coff

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St NeotsCambridgeshire

FAQs

What do praying mantises eat?

Praying mantises are carnivorous insects that primarily feed on other insects and sometimes small animals like birds or fish, but they do not eat plants.

What group do praying mantises belong to?

Praying mantises belong to the mantid group within the order Mantodea, known for their distinctive 'praying' front legs and predatory nature.

Are praying mantises affected by parasites?

Yes, praying mantises can be hosts to parasitic wasps, such as Mantidophaga, which lay eggs inside mantis egg cases, and other parasites like worms and fungi can infect them.

Can praying mantises be purchased as pets or for pest control?

Praying mantises can be bought as pets or used for garden pest control, often sold as unhatched egg cases known as oothecae, but availability can vary by season.