- Origin: Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, Borneo
- Temperament: Good-tempered
- Housing: Large glass or plastic terrarium
- Diet: Insectivorous
Giant Dead Leaf Mantis can grow to an impressive size, 7-9cm!
They need to be kept very hot and dry.
Our animals are only available for collection in store. Speak to our care team, or visit us in-store to purchase your new pet.
Giant Dead Leaf Mantis, Deroplatys dessicata
- From: Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, Borneo
- Size: Females to 8cm, males to 7cm
- Preferred Temperature: 25 to 30ºC, nights can drop to 18ºC
- Diet: Flies, crickets, locusts
- Lifespan: Females to 2 years, males to 18 months
Giant Dead Leaf Mantis, Deroplatys dessicata
- From: Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, Borneo
- Size: Females to 8cm, males to 7cm
- Preferred Temperature: 25 to 30ºC, nights can drop to 18ºC
- Diet: Flies, crickets, locusts
- Lifespan: Females to 2 years, males to 18 months
