Housing:

Mantids don’t require much space but the cage or container needs to be able to accommodate them as they grow. Generally the container must be 3x the mantis length and 2x for the width. It must be well ventilated to prevent the growth of mold

This species needs extra space due to their long body and legs

This species is can be kept in small same sex colonies 

Temperature:

They prefer temps from 75-85 F and can go lower at night. Anything lower than 65 can be dangerous. A heat lamp or heating pad can be used to get the desired temp.

Humidity:

They prefer humidity higher than 60-90% . Misting every day can meet these requirements

Water:

Mantids do not require standing water to drink and receive most of their moisture from their food. They will however drink water drops from misting. Good ventilation is required to prevent mold growth from higher humidity

Feeding:

This species is a formidable hunter despite their appearance. they are able to eat most feeder insect types  L1-3 Nymphs should eat fruit flies moving on to house flies and blue bottle flies as they grow. Adults can eat red runner roaches, blue bottle flies, mealworms and crickets.