Hello! I’ve been thinking about getting a pet praying mantis (the Asian type, I can’t remember the name right now) and I have a few questions. My mom has 5 jumping spiders so she can probably help me with some things, but I thought I’d ask this forum for more advice from everyone!
1- What should go in a praying mantis enclosure? Anything that definitely shouldn’t be in there? I know jumping spiders can have a lot of flexibility with their enclosures, but I want to make a nature-type setup for the mantis. Is there a specific size for the enclosure or can I just use whatever I find as long as it’s big enough for it to live in?
2- How much do they usually cost to buy? My mom knows someone with pet mantises, so she might help me out, but I’m still curious.
3- What do they eat, and how much should I feed them? I’ve heard they eat crickets, fruit flies, etc., but I want to be sure.
4- How long do they typically live, and do they need a buddy or should I keep just one for now (especially since I’m a beginner)?
Any other tips or advice would be really appreciated! I’ll be researching more tonight and will talk to my mom tomorrow. Thanks! 
