Malaysian Dead Leaf Mantis

Description

Deroplatys lobata dead leaf mantises are legendary dead leaf mimics. Motionless and waiting for prey, their closed brown wings are complete with the same vein structure as a dried, dead leaf. As the photo above shows they are able to come to life in startling, colorful display when threatened.

Note: Main photo on page is of an adult female Deroplatys lobata. A young nymph is also pictured.

~L2/L3 nymphs (have shed once or twice). Sold unsexed (still verrry difficult to sex at this age.) $16 each.

Currently feeding on house flies (see related products below).

Please review my mantis care sheet links at the top of the page.