Live arrival guarantee: Most breeders include a live arrival guarantee (LAG) with overnight or 2-day shipping. Check individual seller shipping policies before ordering. Live insects are temperature-sensitive — avoid ordering during extreme heat or cold.

Buying tips

Start with subadult or adult mantises rather than young nymphs, as juveniles can be more difficult to keep alive. Look for active individuals with all limbs intact and no signs of mismolt. Chinese mantises are widely available and typically one of the most affordable mantis species, making them perfect for beginners.

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