# Giant dead leaf mantis — care routine

Deroplatys desiccata

Read with the complete profile and individual plan.

## Before arrival

- [ ] The proposed adult layout is 30 × 30 × 45 cm with stable sparse cover and overhead grip. AES recommends four body lengths of clear drop beneath the moult perch; measure after furnishing. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-housing)
- [ ] Ask for the species, growth stage (instar) and feeding history. Plan around the larger adult female. Arrange cultured prey and keep one animal. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-commitment)

## Routine checks

- [ ] Before arrival, prepare food and measure the actual free hanging drop. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-checklists)

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Check grip, ventilation and droplets regularly. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-checklists)
- [ ] Remove waste gently and recheck clearance after changing foliage. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-checklists)
- [ ] Leave stage and meal records for holiday cover. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-checklists)

## When to stop and seek help

- [ ] Persistent weakness, injury, poor grip or failed moulting needs experienced invertebrate-veterinary advice. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-health)
- [ ] Record meals and moults and check clearance and prey disturbance first. [Full advice](https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-dead-leaf-mantis/#knowledge-health)