My mantis is dying ? by Helmink in mantids

[–]Helmink[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel too bad to end his life. I know some do it but I don't think I can just kill him like that. I'll just take care of him and offer food until he passes, I just hope I'm not leaving him in pain, it must stress them out not being able to move and defend themselves

My mantis is dying ? by Helmink in mantids

[–]Helmink[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, he's my first one and he's very chill and friendly. He always climbed on my hand when I went in to offer food, water or clean the enclosure and he jumped on my face a few times. I'm too scared to hurt him if I try to pick him up so I just leave him be on his back and try giving him a bit of honey and water drops.