This unique vertical box contains a stunning, real & natural very large adult male sphodromantis viridis praying mantis insect that was sourced from the beautiful botanical gardens located in Entebbe, Uganda. The box frame is crafted from high-quality light plastic, and is a perfect insect display pack for your living room and office.

This large praying mantis has a brownish body and greenish long legs. It also has wings and can fly in real natural life. This insect is a formidable predator in real life and:

It has front facing eyes which is unusual for most insects.

It has a triangular head poised on a long “neck,” or elongated thorax.

It can turn its head 180 degrees to scan its surroundings.

It has two large compound eyes and three other simple eyes located between them.

It is well camouflaged in a brown color on the plants among which it lives.

It normally lies in ambush or patiently stalk its prey and uses its front legs to snare its prey with reflexes so quick that they are difficult to see with the naked eye.

Its legs have spikes for snaring prey and pinning it in place.

It normally eats moths, crickets, grasshoppers, flies, and other insects.

Adult females sometimes tend to attack and eat their mate just after, or even during mating.

This large praying mantis is a rare find, thus adding value for any collector of entomology or animal-related collectibles. Bring a piece of natural beauty into your home with this one-of-a-kind natural insect collection.

Note: It’s important to note that this item’s photos may slightly differ from the actual item appearance due to the quality of the camera used. Packing, however meets all international quality standards.