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hobby #132

Praying Mantis Rearing

Raising praying mantises from oothecae (egg cases) through multiple instars. Observing predation behavior, molting cycles, and enclosure design for optimal visibility while maintaining proper humidity and temperature gradients.

May 11 5:59 PM #132 3 min

Six Days for Flies, Three to Eight Weeks for Maybe

Praying Mantis Rearing

The ootheca might hatch tomorrow or in July. The fruit fly culture needs six more days. If the timing doesn't align, 150 nymphs starve in 48 hours.

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