Praying Mantis adults Case with Hatching Habitat Bag – 2 Praying Mantids Egg Cases

Description

About Mantids: Mantids are territorial stalkers of insects. They will spend
days waiting and tracking their prey. The praying mantis moves its head to
keep its prey in sight. Its head stimulates special receptors that send out
nerve impulses that instantly adjust the distance and angle of the mantis
quick strike. It delivers a bite to the neck, killing the insect and then
savors the meal. That’s how they work. The praying mantis is an awesome, showy
creature and can help to control garden insect pests the organic way. They are
also very interesting to have around. Product information: Mantis egg cases
are contained in either paper cups or pouches each egg case will hatch out
50-200 mantids. When hatching, the young crawl from between tiny flaps in the
egg case and hang from silken threads about 2 inches below the case. After
drying out, the young will disperse. This happens within an hour or two. It is
very difficult to know if hatching has occurred, unless the elusive and well
camouflaged young are found. Release Rates: Attach the egg cases to a twig or
plant. 2 egg cases per 3,000 sq. ft. To monitor hatching of the egg case place
the egg cases in a paper bag and fold the top. Place the bag in a warm spot
windowsill etc. in direct sun light. Periodically open the bag and check to
see if hatching has occurred. If hatching has occurred take out and release
the young. Sometimes hatching can take up to eight weeks. Strategic
Considerations: Pesticides and even wetting agents and spreader-stickers may
adversely affect mantids survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides
are toxic to praying mantids.

Features:

• 2 Praying Mantis Egg Cases – Live Praying Mantids
• Each Mantis Egg Case has approx 50 to 200 baby live praying mantis
• This product comes with a unique hatching habitat
• We Guarantee the Praying Mantis Pods to hatch!
• Hatching habitat has a custom window for easy monitoring.

Product Details:

• Size: 2 Pod Habitat Bag
• Brand: Bug Sales
• Theme: Insects
• Age Range (Description): Baby
• Item Dimensions LxWxH: 8 x 6 x 2.5 inches
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 2.5 inches
• Item Weight: 0.798 ounces
• Manufacturer: Nature's Good Guys
• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No