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Praying Mantis Invertebrates for sale

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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.

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

Praying Mantis

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

New ones laid weekly Ghost Mantis Ootheca - Phyllocrania paradoxa, also known as an egg case. Care information - https://www.keepinginsects.com/praying-mantis/species/phyllocrania-paradoxa/ Each Ootheca with proper care will hatch within 5-10 weeks from laid date ( provided in package). care for in the same conditions as the adult mantid. Place Ootheca either on the si

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Malmesbury, Wiltshire
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Praying Mantis invertebrates Phyllocrania paradoxa(ghost mantis) - Advert 1
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Phyllocrania paradoxa(ghost mantis)

Praying Mantis

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£6Price

I currently have ghost mantises(Phyllocrania paradoxa) for sale - 16 ready now- instar 3 - 13 ready 1 more molt- instar 2 - 10 ready 2 more molts- instar 1 I have pictures of mum and dad, please no

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Manchester, Greater Manchester
Praying Mantis invertebrates PRAYING MANTIS AVAILABLE - Advert 2
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PRAYING MANTIS AVAILABLE

Praying Mantis

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£6Price

Current Mantis availability. All are at least 2nd instar with the majority being 3rd instar. Otomantis scutigera (East African Boxer Mantis) £6. Popa spurca (African Twig Mantis) £6. Phyllocrania p

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Nottingham, Nottingham
Praying Mantis invertebrates Egyptian pygmy mantis - Advert 3
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Egyptian pygmy mantis

Praying Mantis

9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£6Price

Egyptian pygmy mantis (miomantis paykullii), i5/6 Sold unsexed, but if you're looking for a specific sex(es) I can sort that for you. These are great little mantis, very personable and curious and e

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Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
Praying Mantis invertebrates 4 X Large Peacock Mantis £25 + £5 postage - Advert 4
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4 X Large Peacock Mantis £25 + £5 postage

Praying Mantis

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£25Price

4 X Large Peacock Mantis £25 £5 postage (as per photos, this is the size) Peacock Praying Mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis) is a striking insect native to Thailand and Myanmar. It is highly prized

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Preston, Lancashire
Praying Mantis invertebrates Ghost and Cryptic mantises - Advert 5
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Ghost and Cryptic mantises

Praying Mantis

9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£7Price

Phyllocrania paradoxa - Ghost mantis i3 Sibylla pretiosa - Cryptic mantis i3 £7each or any 2 for £12 Currently feeding well on hydei fruit flies but will move on to bottle flies and small roaches

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Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees
Praying Mantis invertebrates Giant African Mantis L4/5 Sexed Pair - Advert 6
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Giant African Mantis L4/5 Sexed Pair

Praying Mantis

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Giant African Mantis (Sphodromantis Viridis) 4-5th instar male & female pair. Delivery is £10, sent tracked next day delivery.

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Harwich, Essex
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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.