Chinese Praying Mantis Ootheca Egg Cases with Hatching Habitat Bag (Five Egg Cases) - Comes with Transparent Window Bag, Each Egg Case Produces Approximately containing up to 400 Baby Nymphs

USMANTIS Praying mantis egg cases are a valuable addition for enhancing the balance of any garden or greenhouse. They can be placed in vegetable gardens, greenhouses, or on plants such as trees, shrubs, and ivy. Once hatched, the mantises feed on various pests, making them a helpful ally for maintaining a thriving environment. Keep the USMANTIS egg cases in a warm spot away from direct sunlight for indoor hatching and check them regularly. Ideal hatching conditions require a temperature of around 72 F to 78 F, with a timeline of 2-8 weeks depending on when the female laid the egg. For outdoor hatching, attach the USMANTIS egg cases to a twig or place them in the branches of a plant about 1 to 2 feet off the ground. When hatching occurs from eggs, the tiny mantises emerge, hanging on silk threads before dispersing into their surroundings. The egg case remains unchanged after hatching, making it easy to confirm the process. Flexible placement: Perfect for gardens, greenhouses, and various plants. Simple indoor process: Needs warmth and occasional monitoring. Easy outdoor use: Quick to set up and maintain. Fascinating emergence: Silky threads and swift movement. Once released, the mantises blend effortlessly into their environment, helping to create a balanced and lively ecosystem. Their unique appearance and behaviors make them an intriguing addition for those who appreciate a dynamic garden atmosphere.

Hatching instructions: For Praying Mantis egg cases to hatch, remove them from the fabric bag and soak for 5-10 minutes in clean, warm water. This will help them to start incubating. Eggs need to be kept at a temperature of 70-80°F. Mist them every day with a few drops of clean water. Hatching can take between 2-8 weeks to occur. 

Keep the eggs moist to start hatching.

Alternatively, they can be kept from hatching for future use by storing them dry in the refrigerator’s veggie-bin for up to 5 months.