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Praying Mantis

There are more than 2,000 species of mantids, or mantises. The most well-known is the praying mantis so called from its prayer-like posture. Mantises are always predators, catching and eating insects including their own species. Larger ones will even feed on lizards and birds.

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When a pray mantis eats a mouse does it have to be alive?

No, the mouse has to have hair, in order for the praying mantis, to grow properly, this happens because the mutagens of the praying mantis feed off the growth of other species.

Do leaf bugs eat praying mantis?

yes, they can eat leaves.

No, they are totally insectivorous.

How large is the world's largest praying mantis?

well the largest praying mantis Ive ever seen measured 18 inches.

How soon do praying mantis babies eat after hatching?

They usually eat right after they hatch. Some die quickly, so if you are housing them, give them a damp sponge 4 water, and small bugs, such as aphids, gnats, or fruit flies. Let all but 3 or 4 go if you have multiple.

Will adult mantis eat spider mites?

An adult mantis will eat anything it can get its jaws around or tear apart with its jaws.

What praying mantis species can fly?

Most species of mantis can fly, including the praying mantis.

How old is the oldest praying mantis?

== == The expected life span of a praying mantis depends on the species, but the maximum is about a year for the entire life cycle. Most live as adults for an average of 6 months. This span is even less for some species. For more information, see the related link.

What is the largest species of mantis?

the brunners stick MANTIS is the largest species growing 7 to 8 inches in length!

How do you tell the age of a praying mantis?

If its about 1/4 inch it's a new born 1 inch about 2 weeks 2 inch 4 weeks and if your mantis have wings it's an adult

What is the population of the praying mantis world wide?

The population of a praying mantis world wide is 700,000.067

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Who is the true seven star praying mantis grandmaster?

master chow is the last grand master

he is been at it over 60 years and is pretty much the last person who know how to use and teach the style properly

Can toads eat praying mantis?

Don't be silly

It isn't silly. Of course a toad could eat a mantis, if the mantis is small enough to fit in the toad's mouth. Toads will eat just about any insect it can fit in it's mouth.

Can a praying mantis kill a rabbit?

Rather unlikely. A mantis does not have the strength or size to attack a rabbit.

Why won't baby praying mantis eat?

because it doesnt need to eat until it is a bit bigger

Why do mosquitoes lay many eggs at a time?

It is because most of the eggs laid by the female mosquitoes do not hatch or develop to become mosquitoes.So they have to lay a lot of eggs in order to produce young ones via balance the Ecosystem.

How is a praying mantis useful for farmers?

They are useful to farmers because praying mantises eat most plant loving insects, but, they do not eat plants, only meat. Praying mantis egg cases are better for farmers because there are100-500 eggs in one egg case!

What type of praying mantis is Master Mantis?

in terms of size,a mantis named toxodera denticulata, or the javanese flower/stick mantis the record holder at 71/2 inches.however, ther is a larger unamed species that has jus been introduced to the pet trade.

How do you get a Praying Mantis egg sac off of glass?

That depends if you are trying to save the life of the contents of the egg sak or not, if you are you don't touch it because it will damage them all and if one gets hurt it affects them all and if you don't care about the little guys then use windex just a suggestion if you maybe put something over the sak like a cup with holes in it and maybe a leaf or two and glue it to the window or put a peice of cardboard on the other side of the glass to block direct sunlight so they don't fry.

AnswerSlip a razor blade or an exacto knife between the glass and the bottom of the egg sac VERY carefully. A kitchen knife will probably be too thick. You're lucky to have breeding mantises, they're wonderful.

What type of praying mantis is found in Tennessee?

Usually, The European mantis is common, but it could be a different one.

The Chinese praying mantis is common in east TN. This is the large green/tan mantis. The Carolina praying mantis is also found in east Tn. It is much smaller and more aggressive, usually with a more brown cast to it, with lesser claws than the Chinese.

Where do you find Mantis of Flames and Mantis of Wind in Rohan?

You go to Aevraury (GH) and at the upper left which is Armana Manor you can find the Mantis of Flames and the Mantis of Wind.