Mantis (Smithii) Pictures

[Molino]

Hi Flusher,

I've only had my Mantis for a month so it's hard to say. When I first got him he was a little more active, but that's probably because he was exploring the tank and digging out his lair. It took about 1 1/2 to 2 weeks to molt and since then he has stayed on or mostly in the piece of Live Rock.

Hopefully once he gets larger he will also become more outgoing and spend more time outside of the Live Rock.

Great job on your tank by the way. Looks like a nice home for a Mantis and you did some great DIY work on that tank as well!