Praying Mantis Egg Cases - Carnivorous General Predator
Tenodera sinensis
Their favorite meals include: Crickets, Grasshoppers, Moths, Locust, Caterpillars, Flies, Cockroaches and other pests.
INTRODUCTION RATE:
QUANTITY
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TREATS APPROXIMATELY
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2 Eggs
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3,000 sq. ft.
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NaturesGoodGuys (a.k.a. Soldier Bugs) Live Praying Mantis Egg Cases are a must have for any Organic Garden or Bug Friendly Person! Praying Mantises can be used in vegetable gardens, greenhouses, indoor grows, on trees, shrubs, ivy anywhere pest exist, or kept as pets. These beautiful insects are known to have a voracious appetite. They are strictly carnivorous and feed on almost all insects.
INDOOR HATCHING:
Simply place your package of Mantis Egg Cases in a warm area out of direct sunlight and check every few days for hatching. The egg cases will need approximately 70°F for 2-6 weeks to hatch, however, sometimes they can take up to 12 weeks depending on when the female laid the eggs. Release the baby mantises as soon as hatching occurs.
OUTDOOR HATCHING:
Attach the egg case to a twig or place in the crotch of the plant about 1 to 2 feet off the ground. When hatching, the young crawl from between tiny flaps and hang from silky threads about 2 inches below the egg case. Once the egg has hatched, it does not change in appearance! The well camouflaged babies will disperse within an hour.
TARGET PESTS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEED
Carnivorous generalist predator that controls a variety of pest insects. Great for kids and bug enthusiasts. Hatching can take 4-6 weeks when egg cases are kept at 70°F.
PRO TIPS
- Keep your mantis eggs at 70°F+ to encourage hatching.
- Can take up to 12 weeks to hatch.
- They do not eat ladybugs, so they can peacefully coexist in your garden ecosystem.
CROPS
CROPS
Vegetable Crops
Soft Fruit Crops
Ornamental Crops
Tree Nursery
USAGES
Greenhouses
Interiorscapes
Field Crops
Gardens
Orchards
INTRODUCTION RATES
2 egg cases per 3,000 square feet.
Temperature Range: 40-104° F.
APPLICATION
- Place in a warm area out of direct sunlight.
- Wait up to 6 weeks for hatching between 70-80°F.
- Once hatched, introduce outside within 24 hours.
- Introduce directly on plants, under cover to protect from predators.
- Place in crotch of plant or hang with a string approximately 1-2 feet off the ground in the canopy of a tree.
- Wait up to 6 weeks for hatching between 70-80°F.
- Once hatched, nymphs will emerge and disperse within an hour. Egg case does not change in shape or form, so you may not see hatching, and may only see the praying mantis in your yard as they grow.
STORAGE
DISCLAIMER
Store Policies
Please review our store policies below on Shipping & Processing, Live Delivery Guarantee, and Returns/Replacements. By placing your order, you are agreeing to these policies. Thank you!
Changes/Cancellations:
Please note that our Live Delivery Guarantee pertains specifically to the condition of the insects at the time of delivery and does not cover instances where insects may perish at a later stage. We will exercise our discretion to assess whether your situation falls within the time frame qualifying for our policy. Factors such as the insect species, hatching time, temperature conditions, and other relevant considerations will be taken into account to determine the applicability of the guarantee. For non-hatching insects, you must contact us within 48 hours of delivery in order to be considered for the guarantee. Replacements will only be processed/shipped on Wednesdays & Thursdays.
Upon receiving your package from NaturesGoodGuys, we highly recommend opening it immediately and checking for a sticker indicating the need for refrigeration. It's crucial to carefully read the instructions included for specific storage information to ensure the well-being of your beneficial insects. We are not responsible for replacements due to incorrect storage methods.
One important thing to note is that we do not expect ice packs to remain frozen or cold upon delivery. Ice packs serve as a temporary measure to help maintain moisture and temperatures during transit.Please keep in mind that some insects may require time to adjust and recover from transit before they become active. If you don't observe immediate movement upon opening the package, this doesn't necessarily mean they are not viable. Give them a little time, and monitor for signs of activity as they settle into their new environment. Most of our insects are difficult to see without magnification.
Some species/quantities do not have multiple shipping methods to choose from because they require short transit time for viability. For those who have concerns about the well-being of their insects during transit, we suggest selecting overnight shipping. This ensures that your beneficial insects spend minimal time in transit, reducing stress and maximizing their chances of arriving in optimal condition.
1. Customer input the incorrect shipping information: If the customer contacts our help line BEFORE their order has been processed to correct an address error we will be able to perform this change for you so that you can receive your order.