Most days this summer, I've found this little guy amongst the leaves of my hydrangeas. It's been a joy to watch him grow up over the past couple of months. Of course, I can't be 100% sure it's the same mantis, but he's always lurking around the same bush, so I'd like to think so.
I actually caught him in the act of his final molt, but didn't get any photos. Was amazed to see him take on a rich brown color as an adult.
He's the best kind of 'pet': one that is completely free, but chooses to stay
June 18
On a leaf
June 24
Doing yoga on the heat pump (next to the hydrangea bush)
July 15
Almost an adult...
July 24
Ignoring a butterfly...maybe he was full
August 15
Can you find him?
There he is! Isn't he handsome?
Praying Mantis: From Nymph to Adult
Threaded Mode
