flower mantis lavender Hymenopus coronatus – Peeters Reptiles

flower mantis lavender Hymenopus coronatus – Peeters ReptilesDiscover the beauty of the Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus)one of the most breathtaking mantids in the world. Known for their petal like legs and brilliant white pink coloration, these mantises mimic orchid flowers to hunt prey and stay hidden from predators. Our Orchid mantises are captive bred for health and sustainability, never wild caught. They thrive on a diet of safe feeder insects such as flies and moths (never crickets), and with proper

Discover the beauty of the Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus)—one of the most breathtaking mantids in the world. Known for their petal-like legs and brilliant white-pink coloration, these mantises mimic orchid flowers to hunt prey and stay hidden from predators.

Our Orchid mantises are captive-bred for health and sustainability, never wild-caught. They thrive on a diet of safe feeder insects such as flies and moths (never crickets), and with proper care can live up to 8–12 months depending on sex.

Ideal for experienced insect keepers, this species requires a warm, humid setup with good ventilation and vertical climbing space. Whether admired for their orchid-like camouflage or kept for breeding projects, Orchid mantises are a true jewel of any invertebrate collection.

Key Features:

• Captive-bred Hymenopus coronatus

• Famous for orchid-flower camouflage and vibrant colors

• Fed exclusively on safe insects (no crickets)

• Males smaller and shorter-lived; females larger and longer-lived

• Suitable for experienced mantis keepers

• A rare, showpiece species for display or breeding

Care Snapshot:

• Temperature: 24–30 °C

• Humidity: 60–80% with light daily misting

• Enclosure: Minimum 20 × 20 × 30 cm with vertical climbing space

• Diet: Soft-bodied insects (flies, moths, butterflies, small roaches)