About Us

We’re a small, specialized team of mantis keepers, entomology researchers, wildlife rehabilitators, and nature photographers who share a passion for mantid welfare and education. Our contributors include hobbyists with decades of hands-on experience, academic entomologists who study mantodea, and veterinarians experienced in invertebrate health — together providing deep practical and scientific insight.

What sets us apart is our hands-on approach. Husbandry techniques, feeding protocols, and enclosure recommendations are tested in real mantis colonies and refined with input from experts. We write for keepers at every level — from beginners learning how to set up their first enclosure to advanced hobbyists working with rare species.

• Evidence-based mantis husbandry, feeding, and enclosure setup informed by entomological research
• Clear, practical instructions for molt care, feeding live prey, and creating safe habitats
• Species profiles and behavior guides to help you understand and respect each mantis’ needs
• Ongoing updates as new husbandry techniques and veterinary guidance emerge

We prioritize mantis welfare, ethical sourcing, and clear communication. That means promoting husbandry practices that reduce stress and mortality, encouraging responsible acquisition of mantises (avoiding wild-caught specimens when possible), and being upfront about any partnerships or affiliate relationships that help fund our work.

We favor steady improvement over sensational claims: our editorial process requires source verification, hands-on testing, and vet review when recommendations touch on health or medical care. If we reference products or suppliers, we disclose relationships and choose vendors that support ethical breeding and husbandry.

• Practicality: Simple, field-tested care advice that works for captive mantids
• Transparency: Clear disclosure of partnerships, sponsorships, and any potential conflicts of interest
• Community: We support hobbyists, breeders, and researchers sharing observations and best practices
• Expertise: Content informed by entomologists, invertebrate veterinarians, and experienced keepers
• Authority: We cite peer-reviewed studies, field guides, and recognized experts in mantodea biology
• Trustworthiness: We correct errors promptly and update care guidance as new insights emerge

My Pet Mantis combines hands-on mantis husbandry experience with academic and clinical expertise. Our contributors include university entomologists, hobbyists who breed multiple mantis species responsibly, and veterinarians familiar with invertebrate care and common mantis health issues.

All medical or health-related content is reviewed by veterinarians experienced with invertebrates. Husbandry protocols are tested across different species and life stages to ensure recommendations are practical and safe for nymphs, subadults, and adults.

We reference peer-reviewed research, reputable field guides, and guidance from entomological societies. Where evidence is limited, we clearly explain uncertainties and provide conservative, welfare-first recommendations.

• Care guides grounded in established principles of mantodea biology and captive husbandry
• Feeding and nutrition advice aligned with best practices for predatory invertebrates
• Quarantine, molt-support, and disease-prevention strategies developed with veterinary input
• Ongoing education and review processes to keep our content up to date