Quote Originally Posted by ckarrson
how much are they anyways?
I just Googled "Praying Mantis Egg Cases" The prices vary but about $12.95 for 3 egg cases. Heres more info. I read on 'em... I saw them at Lowes also, which is a Home/Gardening Store.

"The fascinating Praying Mantis (Tenodera aridifolia sinensis) gets its name from its motionless raised front legs, which it uses to hold its prey. They are beautiful insects with a voracious appetite, and a delight to have in the garden. Being strictly carnivorous, they'll eat almost any insect of a size they can overcome. Waiting in quiet ambush for hours at a time, when an insect comes wandering by they suddenly jump out and attack - always biting the neck first. At rest, they seem to be "praying", holding their "hands" together. Shipped as egg cases, they require up to six weeks of warm temperatures to hatch. One case will yield approximately 50-200 nymphs. Use 3 egg cases for smaller areas (under 5,000 sq. ft.) and increase the amount accordingly for larger areas."

The one I have is working for me.. but I'm no expert.. So do more of your own research to make sure..

Stinky? What do you think about praying mantis?

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