Jewelled flower mantis (Creobroter gemmatus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Jewelled flower mantis (Creobroter gemmatus) (origin: South and South-East Asia (India, Sri Lanka, South-East Asia to southern China)). Adult size around approx. 3.5–4 cm (females somewhat larger than males). Life expectancy approx. 8–9 months. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Jewelled flower mantis: How big does the enclosure need to be?
20×20×30 cm (height at least 3× the body length).
Jewelled flower mantis: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 25–30 °C, at night 18–22 °C (not below ~18 °C).
Jewelled flower mantis: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: No UVB needed.
Jewelled flower mantis: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: approx. 8–9 months.
Jewelled flower mantis: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 25–30 °C
- Night temperature
- 18–22 °C (not below ~18 °C)
- Basking spot
- —
- Humidity
- 50–60 % (juveniles somewhat higher / mist more often)
- UVB
- No UVB needed
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 20×20×30 cm (height at least 3× the body length)
- Substrate
- Coco humus or kitchen paper
Feeding
- Food
- Fruit flies (juveniles), then flies or small house crickets; a good aerial hunter
- Feeding interval
- adults 2–3×/week, juveniles almost daily
Key facts
- Adult size
- approx. 3.5–4 cm (females somewhat larger than males)
- Life expectancy
- approx. 8–9 months
- Origin
- South and South-East Asia (India, Sri Lanka, South-East Asia to southern China)
- Protection status
- No protected status
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Keep them singly. A flower or ambush hunter, territorial and cannibalistic; never keep males together.
Notes
A robust, easily bred beginner's flower mantis with a high nymph survival rate. Mist lightly and regularly for a good moult; the female shows a striking threat posture.
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Related species
- Spiny flower mantis (Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii) – Beginner to intermediate
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- Asian ant mantis (Odontomantis planiceps) – Beginner
- Giant Asian mantis (Hierodula patellifera) – Beginner
- Banded flower mantis (Theopropus elegans) – Intermediate
- Boxer mantis (Ephestiasula pictipes) – Intermediate
What you need to start
To keep Jewelled flower mantis (Creobroter gemmatus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (20×20×30 cm (height at least 3× the body length)), substrate (Coco humus or kitchen paper), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asiatische_Bl%C3%BCtenmantis, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creobroter_gemmatus
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).