Mantids are some of the most beautiful and exotic insects in the world. Their unique shape allows them to be some of the most fierce fighters in the animal world. With an amazing sight, fast reflexes, and razor-like front legs, they’re often able to catch prey and defeat predators several times their size. Besides being … Read more
The praying mantis is a beautiful insect that left a trail in our culture. From children’s movies to historical references, the praying mantis has an important place in our world thanks to its unique traits and amazing tools. It has the eyes, reflexes, and razor-like front legs to battle larger predators and come out ahead, … Read more
The Giant Rainforest Mantis (Hierodula majuscula) is a beautiful mantis with a classical appearance in a big package. It’s famous for being one of the biggest mantids in Australia, and it’s also a fantastic pet for hobbyists. If you’re thinking about getting the Giant Rainforest Mantis as a pet, or if you simply want to … Read more
The Indian Flower Mantis (Creobroter pictipennis) is a beautiful tiny mantis that makes for a fantastic pet. It’s famous in the insect-keeping hobby for having a unique appearance that gets showcased every time it takes a threat posture. If you’re interested in getting the beautiful and fun Indian Flower Mantis for your collection, here’s everything … Read more
Tarantulas natively inhabit a variety of different countries. One of the countries that many tarantulas call home is Mexico. In total, it’s estimated that the country is home to 66 different tarantula species, including some of the most famous ones. Generally speaking, Mexican Tarantulas are relatively docile and have long lifespans, but that’s not always … Read more
Baboon Tarantulas or Baboon spiders are tarantulas that are part of the Harpactirinae subfamily. These tarantulas are native to Africa and are known for their powerful bites and potent venom. However, even though the only “official” baboon spiders are in the Harpactirinae subfamily, there are several tarantulas in other subfamilies that also bear the “baboon” name as … Read more
Tarantulas are marvelous arachnids that come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Today, we’re going to take a look at the top 20 most colorful tarantula species. Colorful tarantulas are highly desired by pet owners because they’re so beautiful to look at. As we’ll soon discover, some of these colorful tarantula species … Read more
The Budwing Mantis (Parasphendale affinis) is a beautiful and popular mantis species native to East Africa. It’s famous for its voracious appetite and aggressive behavior; it’s also known for the tiny bud-shaped wings in adult females which give them a very distinct and recognizable appearance. If you’re thinking about adding the fantastic Budwing Mantis to … Read more
The Dead Leaf Mantis is an amazing mantid species found in Southeast Asia whose appearance mimics that of a dead leaf. It’s a popular pet in the exotic-pet hobby thanks to its stunning colorful patterns and how easy it is to care for. In addition, these insects (especially females) have a relatively long lifespan, making … Read more
The European Mantis (Mantis religiosa) is a large mantid native to Europe. They’re known for their green color (though they can also be brown), fierce temperament, and relatively easy care. As a result of these traits, the European Mantis has become quite popular as a pet. If you’re considering getting one of these beautiful insects … Read more