Praying Mantis

The term 'Praying Mantis' has its origin in the Greek word denoting a prophet. This is because when their forelegs are joined, they seem to be in prayer. These carnivorous insects come with sharp spines on their front legs, which help them firmly grasp their prey. What makes the mantis truly special is its ability to rotate its head a full 180 degrees. It also has just one ear, and some mantises are big enough to catch hummingbirds. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Each set includes one metal sheet and detailed illustrated instructions.

Using your Praying Mantis set is easy. First, take out the metal sheet and follow the illustrated instructions step - by - step to assemble. You can observe the mantis' unique features, like its 180 - degree head turn and single ear. When handling the mantis, be careful of its sharp spines on the front legs. Keep the metal sheet in a dry place to prevent rust. And always keep this set away from young children under 14 as it might pose a small risk due to the mantis and the metal parts.