{"product_id":"cb-blue-asian-mantis","title":"CB Blue Asian Mantis","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePapua Giant Mantis (\u003cem\u003eHierodula\u003c\/em\u003e sp. \"Papua\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the tropical rainforests of Papua, this species thrives in warm, humid conditions with plenty of vertical space for climbing and moulting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall, well-ventilated enclosure with ample climbing height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–30°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high (60–80%) with regular light misting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twigs, branches, live or artificial plants, and elevated perches for climbing and moulting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA voracious ambush predator, the Papua Giant Mantis eagerly feeds on a wide variety of live insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit flies (for young nymphs), green bottle flies, house flies, crickets, roaches, locusts, and other appropriately sized live insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNymphs: Every 1–2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults: 2–3 times per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove uneaten prey during moulting periods to prevent injury or stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hardy, fast-growing species that adapts well to captivity when provided with suitable environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alert, active, and confident\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be handled gently, although it is best appreciated as a display animal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 10–14 months depending on sex and care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure good ventilation, maintain consistent humidity, and provide sufficient height for successful moulting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose a Papua Giant Mantis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, impressive species with vibrant green colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and suitable for beginners and experienced keepers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFascinating daytime hunting behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and highly active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn outstanding display species for naturalistic terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57343492030839,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2145\/4643\/files\/8435eb8165380cd74dc7b559b644ad3458828171_12a22e6f-71b4-42f5-bd8e-ad2b18cdb7ab.webp?v=1785430022","url":"https:\/\/tropical-supplies.co.uk\/products\/cb-blue-asian-mantis","provider":"Tropical Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}