The ootheca protects the eggs until they hatch. Every species of mantis has a different color, size and shape of ootheca. Some have just a few eggs inside, other species can have hundreds of mantis eggs inside just one egg sack. Most mantis species in temperate zones lay the ootheca in fall, after which all adult mantises die. read more
How to Take Care of a Praying Mantis Six Parts: Finding a Praying Mantis Housing a praying mantis Feeding a praying mantis Keeping the mantis on its own Handling the mantis Breeding Community Q&A A fascinating insect, the praying mantis is widespread in the world and makes an awesome choice for a pet. read more