Why Do Praying Mantises Sway and Dance?
Why your mantis sways and dances: courtship cues, defensive displays, and tips for caring for a pet mantis.
My Pet Mantis
Grace, Curiosity, and the Art of Mantis Care
My Pet Mantis
Grace, Curiosity, and the Art of Mantis Care
Category Enrichment Activities
Enrichment activities that stimulate the natural behaviors, curiosity, and physical health of pet mantises, including hunting-based challenges and habitat exploration.
Do Praying Mantises Know Their Owners? A Guide to Mantis Intelligence
Do mantises recognize their owners? A clear view of their intelligence, bonding, handling, and care for niche pet mantis care.
The Mantis Mind: How Smart Is Your Pet Insect?
See how your mantis thinks: senses, decision-making, learning potential, enrichment, feeding, habitat, handling, and care.
Understanding Mantis Eyesight: Can They See in Colour?
Can mantises see color? See how color vision affects feeding, enclosure, enrichment, and handling for your pet mantis.
How to Safely Introduce a New Plant into Your Mantis Enclosure
Safely add a plant to your mantis enclosure: pick non-toxic, pesticide-free species; acclimate, place, and monitor behavior.