Is My Mantis Playing Dead? Understanding Thanatosis Behavior
Is your pet mantis playing dead? See signs of thanatosis, why it occurs, how to respond, when to worry, and care tips.
My Pet Mantis
Grace, Curiosity, and the Art of Mantis Care
My Pet Mantis
Grace, Curiosity, and the Art of Mantis Care
Category Pet Mantis Care
A concise, practical guide to keeping pet mantises healthy and thriving, with advice on enclosure setup, feeding, health monitoring, and routine care.
How to Safely Transfer a Stressed Mantis Between Enclosures
Move a stressed mantis safely: tool list, grip, enclosure prep, stress cues, timing, post-transfer care, troubleshooting tips.
How to Prepare Your Mantis’s Habitat for Your Vacation
Mantis vacation prep: stabilize temp/humidity, automate lights, secure enclosure, plan feeding, water, and caregiver notes.
How to Create a Vertical Temperature Gradient in Your Mantis Enclosure
Safely craft a vertical temp gradient in your mantis enclosure: heater setup, temp targets, placement, monitoring, upkeep.
What to Do When Your Mantis Lays an Ootheca Unexpectedly
Your mantis laid an ootheca unexpectedly? A practical guide: care, incubation, humidity, and hatchling expectations.
A Guide to Identifying Common Feeder Insect Pests (Mites, Gnats)
Identify mite and gnat pests, signs of infestation, quarantine, treat, and prevent outbreaks for pest-free mantis care.
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.
What to Do if Feeder Insects Escape in Your House
Escaped feeder insects in your home? Contain, locate, clean, protect your mantis, dispose safely, and prevent future escapes.
7 Feeding Mistakes That Harm Your Mantis
7 feeding mistakes that can cause impaction or malnutrition in mantises: identify risks, signs, fixes, and optimal diet.
Avoid These 6 Mistakes When Handling Your Praying Mantis
Spot 6 common praying mantis handling mistakes and keep your pet safe with practical care tips.