Keeping the Praying Mantis: Mantodean Captive Biology, Reproduction, and Husbandry (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781616461669)

Prepare to be enchanted with an in-depth and up-close view of the most loved of all invertebrates, the praying mantis Keeping the Praying Mantis is a huge resource designed to give mantis enthusiasts every tool needed for feeding, housing, and rearing these magical (almost mythological) creatures. Details on their biology, relationship with man over the ages, behavior, and captive husbandry will give you a solid foundation for successfully keeping fascinating species from around the world. From ant mimics and unicorn mantids to Devil's flower, orchid, and ghost mantids, there are species to entice every insect hobbyist.

Author: Orin McMonigle
ISBN-10: 1616461667
ISBN-13: 9781616461669
Publisher: Coachwhip Publications
Language: English
Published: 02/19/2013
Pages: 202
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.74lbs
Size: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.69d