The Giant Asian Shield Mantis Natural History
Size
The Giant Asian Shield Mantis can grow up to 11cm.
Habitat and Distribution
They inhabit the more humid areas of Asia such as Thailand.
Diet
These mantises feed on Invertebrates, particularly smaller flying species like flies and moths.
Groups and Breeding
After mating males often have to make a quick retreat as cannibalism is common for females She will lay up to 200 eggs in an ootheca (egg case), with as many as 6 of these cases. Young hatch after 6 to 8 weeks.
Threats
This species is very wide spread and appears to be found in good numbers in its range.
Interesting facts
Not only are males at least 1cm shorter than females, they are significantly smaller in bult too.
The Giant Asian Shield Mantis During Your Day Out in Kent
The Giant Asian Shield Mantis at Wingham Wildlife Park can be seen in the Bug Garden. This area is home to a wide variety of invertebrates including Giant Asian Shield Mantis, Sunny Stick Insect and Flower Scarab Beetles.