Some great mantis pics from InsectHobbyist:
Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii Hatchling (Spiny Flower Mantis)
Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii Adult
Pseudocreobotra Ocellata Nymph/Villain from Halo
Pseudocreobotra Ocellata
Deroplatys lobata
Species unidentified
Freak out techno mantis!
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I had no idea that praying mantis could be so beautiful and colorful.
Amazing photos! Kudos!
Kimberly Edwards :D
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Wow...those are just beautiful. These pictures have inspired me to go to the local Bug Fest this weekend. Mantids have always been my favorite insect.
Cool site! Just an FYI, the mantis "Species unidentified" pic above is the European Mantis (Mantis Religiosa). You can tell by the black and white "eye" in it's arm-pits.
Cheers!