{"product_id":"orchidee-bidsprinkhaan-hymenopus-coronatus","title":"Orchid Mantis - Hymenopus coronatus","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHymenopus coronatus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nymph stage is L2 to L5. Please note: The Orchid Mantis is difficult to care for and not suitable for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHymenopus coronatus is also known as the Orchid Mantis in English. It gets this name from its pink and white appearance, with which it mimics a flower. This species is highly sought after and loved because of its beautiful bright colors and its relatively large size. Hymenopus coronatus is native to Malaysia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis species of praying mantis mimics flower leaves so that it can catch passing bees and other pollinators attracted to flowers. They therefore mainly live on white and pink flowers such as orchids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs newly hatched nymphs, these praying mantises are orange with a black head and black legs. After the first molt, they are white with bright pink. This remains the case for the rest of their lives, only some show more pink than others. It occurs that there are completely white animals. When they are adults, they have a green edge on their back that resembles a piece of plant. It is believed that the pink color becomes more prominent if the nymph is in a pink environment. A pink piece of paper along one side of the enclosure would result in pinker nymphs. As adults, they can also change color within a few days, to more or less pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn adult female grows to about 6 – 7 cm long, while the male only reaches about 3 cm. This difference is absolutely unmistakable. Furthermore, the males are also narrower with slightly longer wings than the abdomen. The females are wider and have wings that extend to the abdomen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBehavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHymenopus coronatus is a calm species of praying mantis. It usually waits for prey. They can, however, actively hunt if they spot prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEnvironmental requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal temperature is around 28 °C, but can vary between 25 °C and 35 °C. At night it can be slightly cooler than during the day, but at least 18 °C. The males should be inhibited in their growth by a lower temperature and less food. They can be kept constantly at 18 °C.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis species requires relatively high humidity. Approximately 60 to 80 % RH. Nymphs are better kept drier, as they are very sensitive to an overly humid environment. It is best to mist them very lightly once a week. As they get older, you should increase the humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs with all species of praying mantis, this species requires an enclosure that is at least 3x the length of the animal in height, and at least 2x the length of the animal in width. For an adult animal, this means at least 24 cm in height and 16 cm in width. A good size for a terrarium would be 30 x 20 x 20 cm (h x w x l), so there is also room for artificial flowers and many perches.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGroup housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis species, like most praying mantis species, cannot be housed together in one enclosure. Sooner or later, cannibalism will strike. Females in particular are often very hungry. Males are also smaller, making them easy prey. It is therefore strongly recommended to house this species separately. As young nymphs, they can be kept together, up to about L3. Of course, feed them well with fruit flies and the like.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this species lives on flowers, in nature it primarily eats flying insects. It is advisable to do this in captivity as well. Wild bees and hoverflies can be given as a supplement to a diet of houseflies. Crickets can also be fed, but preferably not as a main food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince pollinators such as bees often carry a lot of pollen in the wild, which is also eaten by this praying mantis, it can be useful to feed them pollen in captivity as well. Pollen granules can be ground and placed in a container. Food insects in that container, shake briefly, and ready to feed. The proteins and extra substances in the pollen are believed to result in stronger and healthier animals, and more offspring per ootheca.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57217476362575,"sku":"POMU","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/6528\/1359\/files\/2026386585.jpg?v=1773849580","url":"https:\/\/ants-kingdom-mierenboerderij.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/orchidee-bidsprinkhaan-hymenopus-coronatus","provider":"Ant's Kingdom | Mierenboerderij","version":"1.0","type":"link"}