Spiny Flower Mantis (P. wahlbergii)

Pseudocreobotra is a genus of flower mantises that contains several species below it. Each species looks strikingly similar to each other in color and appearance, but vary slightly in size. All specimens in this genus are native to Sub-Saharan Africa, and are known for having a prominent spiral-shaped eyespot on their forewings that gives them a striking deimatic display, as well as spiny protrusions on the underside of their abdomens as adults. They are also visually similar to the Creobroter flower mantises of Asia, but do belong to different subfamilies. Although they are sometimes difficult to breed in captivity, due to high aggression on the part of the females, they are otherwise easy to rear in captivity. The Spiny Flower Mantis (Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii) is one of the most sought-after mantises in the hobby due to their vibrant colors and striking beauty. As early instar nymphs, they are almost completely black. But as the nymphs grow, their colors can change drastically with