🌿 Stagmomantis fraterna
The Stagmomantis fraterna is a mantis known for its active behavior and adaptability. Medium-sized and green and brown in color, it's an ideal specimen for those looking for a hardy, entertaining, and easy-to-care-for mantis.
🏠 Recommended terrarium
They thrive in a terrarium measuring at least 20 x 20 x 25 cm, with good ventilation and sturdy climbing branches. Adding natural vegetation, such as pothos or ferns, creates a safe environment where they can display their hunting and resting habits.
🌡️ Optimal conditions
Temperature: 24–28 °C during the day, 20–24 °C at night
Humidity: 50–65%
Simply spray the substrate and walls of the terrarium lightly. Avoid directly spraying the mantis, which prefers to absorb moisture from the environment.
🐛 Varied diet
It accepts small and medium-sized insects, such as crickets, flies, and Drosophila. Its feeding is easy to manage and very entertaining to watch.
Nymphs: every 1–2 days
Adults: every 3–4 days
Offer prey proportionate to its size, avoiding overfeeding.
🔁 Changes
Before moving, increase the humidity slightly and provide firm branches for the tree to hang on. Do not handle it for 24–48 hours before or after moving.
✨ Advantages of this species
Robust and adaptable, ideal for beginners.
Medium size and natural colors that allow easy observation.
Active and curious, which makes it an entertaining specimen in the terrarium.
👉 The Stagmomantis fraterna is perfect if you're looking for a hardy, easy-care, and active mantis. A reliable and fascinating choice for any collection.




