Idolomantis diabolica - Devil's Flower Mantis

I think an L4 Devil's Flower Mantis. I've named this little lady 'Dionne'. She's known as the hardest of the mantis species to keep in captivity due to the challenging temp/humidity/airflow requirements. They also suffer greatly from stress in a busy environment or been handled too much. They only eat flies also and seem to be strictly sit and wait predators rather than other mantis species which I've had the pleasure of keeping which will happily chase their food down.

Fascinating creature, can't wait to get her to adulthood and see her colours emerge. This species are known for their elaborate threat display - something I am pleased I've not seen since I've had her (at L2), must mean she isn't stressed!