Mantises are in the order, Mantodea, of insects which contains over 2,400 species in about 460 genera in 33 families. Mantises are distributed worldwide in temperate and tropical habitats. They have triangular heads with bulging eyes supported on flexible necks. Their elongated bodies may or may not have wings, but all Mantises have forelegs that are greatly enlarged and adapted for catching and gripping prey. Their upright posture, while remaining stationary with forearms folded, has led to the common name of “praying” mantis.
This Mantises Add-on set comes with 8 different species of Mantidae. It does require the “Nature’s Wonders Mantis” base set which is sold separately. It includes the spectacular Pink Orchid Mantis, as well as popular mantises within the pet trade such as the Shield Mantis, Ghost Hopper Mantis and Giant Asian Mantis. Regional favorites such as the California and Bordered Mantises, and the spectacular Beautiful Peruvian Leaf Mantis, are also included..
It comes in both Poser and DAZ Studio native versions and support Firefly, 3Delight, Superfly and Iray render engines.
What's Included & Features
NOTE: This set requires the Nature's Wonders Mantis (base set) to function.
Species included (.cr2 and .duf with 4K maps)
* Shield Mantis M/F (India and Thailand)
* Bunny Hopper or Large Brown Mantis M/F includes "Ghost" subspecies (Australia)
* Giant Asian Mantis M/F (Southeastern Asia)
* Bordered Mantis including both green and brown variants M/F (Southwestern US)
* California Mantis including both green and brown variants M/F (California and Mexico)
* Pink Orchid Mantis M/F (Southeastern Asia)
* Beautiful Peruvian Leaf Mantis M/F (Northern South America)
* Avocado Praying Mantis M/F (Java)
Poses (.pz2 and .duf)
* Orchid Mantis Classic (pose tuned specifically for the Pink Orchid Mantis)
Materials (.mc6)
* Non-Subsurface Scattering shaders added for Poser legacy Firefly support
Manuals (.pdf)
* Field Guide and Manual. Information and tips on use of product. Field Guide on the included species