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Orchid Mantis
AdvancedHymenopus coronatus
World's most beautiful mantis mimicking orchid flowers. Pink-white body color looks exactly like flowers.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
20〜28℃
Lifespan
Adult 3-6 months
Size
30-70mm
Humidity
60〜80%
Diet
Insects
About
Hymenopus coronatus is a mantis from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is known by various common names, including walking flower mantis, orchid-blossom mantis and (pink) orchid mantis. It is one of several species known as flower mantis, a reference to their unique physical form and behaviour, which often involves moving with a "swaying" motion, as if being "blown" in the breeze. Several species have evolved to mimic orchid flowers as a hunting and camouflaging strategy, "hiding" themselves in plain view and preying upon pollinating insects that visit the blooms. They are known to grab their prey with blinding speed.
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Basic Info
Lifespan
Adult 3-6 months
Size
30-70mm
Temperature
20〜28℃
Humidity
60〜80%
Diet
Insects
Care Guide
Temperature
Maintain 25-30°C
Housing
Tall case with good ventilation
Humidity
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: br-choku editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Hymenopus coronatus Olivier, 1792
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Hymenopus coronatus(ハナカマキリ)。CITES 非掲載。
Sources: CITES 附属書(checklist.cites.org)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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