Caring for a praying mantis

[Aszental]

Hey.

Well for the first time i saw a praying mantis in the yard, and my dog was about to eat it!

I captured it in a plastic container, i want to keep it for a few hours to take a few macro shots.

Whats the best way of keeping them still for a photo?

What care should i take in handling them?

Thanks!

[Aszental]

Well here are some photos, havent dont macro photography in a long time!, its tough!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3230/2592494854_6db252db07.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3248/2592494780_bfcc5153e2.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3120/2591655869_c8434f32d1.jpg?v=0

Hope you enjoy

[canonloader]

Very nice shots. I think you would need a wire cage to keep it in, cause they can fly. :lol:

[drevilsmom]

I like #3, myself.

[Jay Lowery]

nice shots, i keep mine in a net 1x1x1 cage. to keep them still get a stick with no leaves, put him on it. most of the time they will just sit there if they like the spot and your not messing with them much.