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Violin mantis
Violin mantis

Gongylus gongylodes
Violin mantis
Scientific Name:
Gongylus gongylodes

Habitat:
Warm, dry, shrubby areas in India and Sri Lanka. These mantises prefer sunny, open woodlands with broomstick bushes and shrubs
Lifespan (months)
~8-12
Female:
Size (cm)
~10-11
Female:
~3-6
Male:
~8-9
Male:
Handling and Temperament
Is a unique, slender, and exotic species valued for its calm, communal, and non-aggressive temperament. While they are generally considered safe to handle, their fragile, stick-like appearance and specialized care requirements (high heat, specific, exclusively flying prey) mean they are often better suited for experienced keepers rather than beginners.
Origin:
Southern India and Sri Lanka
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