Which insect is this? I just found what i think is an insect on floor of my balcony. From what i know, it is a Praying mantis. I want to keep it as a pet but for that i want to its exact species. ![Image_1 of insect]( ![Image_2 of insect]( ![Image_3 of insect]( * * * If it helps: Location: Bangalore, India Temperature : $23^{\circ}$ C * * * Could someone help me identify it pleas.

I presume it is an Indian bark Mantis , _Humbertiella ceylonica_.

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> This mantis can be kept at between 21 and 28 degrees comfortably and does not need a drop in temperature at night.

References: bugzuk.com and Google