Difficulty: Intermediate
Size: males up to 1.5” (4cm); females up to 3.5” (9cm)
Lifespan: males up to 1 year; females up to 1.5 years
Recommended minimum enclosure size by instar:
– 1i-3i: 2/5.5oz deli cup (2×2″/5×5cm)
– 4i-6i: 16/32oz deli cup (4×4″/10×10cm)
– 7i-adult: 32oz (4×6″/10×15cm) deli cup for males; around 8×8×8″ (20×20×20cm) for females
Humidity: ~50-60%, misting every other day or so
Temperature: 75-86°F (24-30°C)
Feeding: flying feeders are preferred; ensure feeders are kept very clean
– 1i-2i: D. melanogaster and/or D. hydei fruit flies
– 3i-5i: house flies, green bottle flies, small roaches, small crickets
– 6i-adult: house flies, small roaches, small crickets
Breeding:
Notes: Orchids are very susceptible to infections. Cross ventilation and clean conditions/feeders are essential for this species.
Other Resources:
Mantids & More – Lexicon – Hymenopus coronatus
Marshall Arachnids – Orchid Mantis