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Giant Thai Shield Mantis (Rhombodera megaera) i2-i3
Giant Thai Shield Mantis (Rhombodera megaera) i2-i3
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The Giant Thai Shield Mantis (Rhombodera megaera) is a stunning and robust species native to Southeast Asia. These impressive mantises are known for their large size, beautiful green coloration, and distinctive shield-like appearance.
Current Instar: i2-i3
These nymphs are in their second to third instar stage, making them hardy and easier to care for than first instars while still allowing you to experience their full growth journey to adulthood.
Species Highlights:
- Adult Size: Females reach 3.5-4 inches (9-10 cm), males slightly smaller
- Temperament: Generally calm and easy to handle
- Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate - hardy and forgiving species
- Lifespan: Females live 12-18 months, males 8-12 months
- Communal: Can be kept together when young, but separate as they mature
Care Requirements:
- Temperature: 75-85°F (24-29°C)
- Humidity: 60-70% with good ventilation
- Feeding: Fruit flies at this size, graduating to larger prey as they grow
- Enclosure: Minimum 3x height of mantis in vertical space
Perfect for hobbyists looking for an impressive, easy-to-care-for mantis species that grows into a magnificent adult specimen.
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Care instructions
Care instructions
Most of our items are designed for easy maintenance. Care instructions are included with every product, but if you ever need additional guidance, our support team is always ready to help.
Invertebrate Care & Shipping FAQs
What is your live arrival guarantee?
Our Live Arrival Guarantee applies to Next Day Air shipping only. We carefully pack every order to ensure your pets arrive safe and healthy. If your order arrives DOA (dead on arrival), you must contact us within 1 hour of delivery and provide clear photo proof in the original packaging.
⚠️ NO REFUNDS will be issued under any circumstances.
If a valid claim is approved, we will provide a replacement (or store credit if needed, depending on availability).
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What care requirements and difficulty levels do you offer?
We specialize in mantises, millipedes, isopods, roaches, leaf insects, tarantulas, and scorpions—each with varying care requirements. Every species listing includes a detailed difficulty rating (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) and comprehensive care guides covering temperature, humidity, feeding, and housing. Beginners should start with hardy species like dubia roaches or millipedes, while experienced keepers can explore more specialized species. Our care guides are included with every order to help you succeed.
What's included with my order?
Every order includes your live invertebrate(s), a detailed species-specific care guide, and feeding recommendations. Premium orders may include starter kits with substrate, food, and basic supplies to get you started immediately. We also provide access to our online care resources just email us you can ask questions. All animals are carefully packed to minimize stress during shipping.
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