Description
Papua Giant Mantis (Hierodula sp. "Papua")
The Papua Giant Mantis is a large and impressive praying mantis species, admired for its vibrant green colouration, powerful hunting ability, and confident nature. Native to the tropical forests of Papua, this fast-growing mantis is an exceptional display species, combining striking looks with fascinating predatory behaviour. Its hardy nature makes it suitable for both beginners and experienced mantis keepers.
Habitat
Native to the tropical rainforests of Papua, this species thrives in warm, humid conditions with plenty of vertical space for climbing and moulting.
- Enclosure: Tall, well-ventilated enclosure with ample climbing height
- Temperature: 24–30°C
- Humidity: Moderate to high (60–80%) with regular light misting
- Decor: Twigs, branches, live or artificial plants, and elevated perches for climbing and moulting
Feeding
A voracious ambush predator, the Papua Giant Mantis eagerly feeds on a wide variety of live insects.
- Diet: Fruit flies (for young nymphs), green bottle flies, house flies, crickets, roaches, locusts, and other appropriately sized live insects
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Feeding frequency:
- Nymphs: Every 1–2 days
- Adults: 2–3 times per week
- Remove uneaten prey during moulting periods to prevent injury or stress
General Care
This is a hardy, fast-growing species that adapts well to captivity when provided with suitable environmental conditions.
- Temperament: Alert, active, and confident
- Handling: Can be handled gently, although it is best appreciated as a display animal
- Lifespan: Around 10–14 months depending on sex and care
- Maintenance: Ensure good ventilation, maintain consistent humidity, and provide sufficient height for successful moulting
Why Choose a Papua Giant Mantis?
- Large, impressive species with vibrant green colouration
- Hardy and suitable for beginners and experienced keepers alike
- Fascinating daytime hunting behaviour
- Fast-growing and highly active
- An outstanding display species for naturalistic terrariums
With its impressive size, bold personality, and excellent hunting ability, the Papua Giant Mantis is a fantastic addition to any mantis collection and a rewarding species to observe.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery from £15 - £30
- Range 0-25 miles from store
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DX Express: 1 working day, same-day dispatch before noon 0-75kg
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days 75-500kg
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
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⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
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Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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