Mantis Box M – an acrylic terrarium for mantises

This small acrylic enclosure is intended for keepers of mantises, leaf insects, stick insects and arboreal spiders. Its transparent walls let you observe the animal and its plants, and its waterproof base allows a living planted setup that can be watered or misted daily.

Why it matters

• Acrylic construction: the walls are made of acrylic, which is more resistant to mechanical damage and considerably lighter than glass.
• Steel mesh lid: the removable top is covered with fine steel mesh that allows air exchange and does not interfere with a heat bulb or halogen heater. It closes with magnets.
• Ventilation: the side and back walls have 0.9 mm holes for airflow.
• Removable waterproof base: the base lifts out whole and holds a substrate layer up to 4 cm deep, so plants can be watered or sprayed without damaging the enclosure.
• Watering hole: one wall has an opening that lets you water plants without removing the base or opening the lid.

Specifications

• Material: acrylic
• Overall dimensions with base: 11 x 9.5 x 15.5 cm
• Enclosure dimensions: 10 x 8.5 x 15 cm
• Waterproof base height: 4 cm
• Maximum substrate depth: 4 cm
• Ventilation hole diameter: 0.9 mm
• Weight: 0.3 kg

What it works with

The enclosure suits small, arboreal species that need height and a planted environment, such as most mantises, leaf insects, stick insects and arboreal spiders. Its 10 x 8.5 x 15 cm interior is a compact space, so it is best for single animals or small insects rather than larger species. Live plants in the substrate base provide both decoration and climbing or resting areas.