Discover the hidden world of mantises and learn how to raise them successfully at home! Whether you’re a curious beginner, a passionate insect keeper, or an experienced breeder, A Bug Keeper’s Handbook – Raising Mantises gives you everything you need to understand, feed, house, and breed one of nature’s most fascinating predators. Written by Aubin Bernard , entomologist, founder of Insectes & Compagnie , and professional Black Soldier Fly researcher, this handbook brings together years of field experience, expert collaboration, and practical husbandry knowledge. What you will learn inside this guide ✔ How to choose the right species for you ✔ How to design the perfect terrarium (ventilation, humidity, lighting, substrate) ✔ Step-by-step feeding guidance with safe flying and non-flying prey ✔ How to recognize and prevent common mistakes ✔ How to breed mantises: pairing, egg-laying, incubation, and hatching oothecae ✔ Growth stages, moulting problems, temperature needs, and behaviour ✔ 33 detailed species care sheets, from beginner classics to rare species This book is based on real husbandry, expert advice , and practical field observations from veteran breeders throughout the world.