Mantodea Collection (page 3)

Tendera aridfolia, Chinese praying mantis
A close-up side view of the predatory insect, the Chinese Praying Mantis (Tendera aridfolia). Specimen from the Natural History Museum

African Praying Mantis (Sphodromantis lineola) adult, resting on leaf (captive)

Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula membranacea) adult, praying on branch (captive)

False Garden Mantis (Pseudomantis albofimbriata) adult female, standing on stick, Western Australia, Australia

Garden Mantis (Orthodera ministralis) adult, standing on leaves in bush, Western Australia, Australia

European Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) nymph, silhouetted against misty dawn sun, Northern Spain, september

Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) adult pair, mating, smaller male on back of larger female, Malaysia

Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) subadult, close-up of head, Malaysia

Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) adult female, close-up of head and forelegs, with smaller male on back of larger female during mating, Malaysia

Stick Mantis (Sybilla pretiosa) young, on underside of twig, South Africa

Stick Mantis (Mantodea sp. ) adult, close-up of head and legs, Banfora, Comoe Province, Burkina Faso
Stick Mantis (Mantodea sp.) adult, close-up of head and legs, Banfora, Comoe Province, Burkina Faso

Mantis (Teddia dioscoris) adult, cleaning eyes, Socotra, Yemen, january

Conehead Mantis (Empusa pennata) nymph, waiting for prey on plant, Italy

Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula unimaculata) adult, standing on branch (captive)

Spiny Flower Mantis (Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii) subadult, resting on flower, Tanzania

Bark Mantis (Liturgusa sp. ) subadult, camouflaged on tree trunk, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios
Bark Mantis (Liturgusa sp.) subadult, camouflaged on tree trunk, Los Amigos Biological Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Wide-armed Mantis (Cilnia humeralis) adult, resting on leaf (captive)

Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) newborn nymph, mimicking dangerous Assassin Bug (Reduviidae sp. ) nymph
Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) newborn nymph, mimicking dangerous Assassin Bug (Reduviidae sp.) nymph

Praying Mantis (Stagmatoptera binotata) adult, close-up of head and forelegs, at night, Iwokrama Rainforest, Guyana

Orchid Mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) adult, camouflaged on orchid flower (captive)

European Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) baby, just hatched, standing on ootheca, Savona Province, Liguria, Italy, june

Praying Mantis (Mantodea sp. ) adult, resting on leaf, Yasuni N. P. Amazon, Ecuador
Praying Mantis (Mantodea sp.) adult, resting on leaf, Yasuni N.P. Amazon, Ecuador

Praying mantis head and forelegs
Praying mantis, close-up of the head and forelegs. This specimen is from Paranesti, North Central Greece

Mantis foreleg, SEM
Mantis foreleg. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the foreleg of a mantis (order Mantodea), showing the barbs used to hold onto prey

Praying mantis (order Mantodea) on a flower. Photographed in Israel

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The world of Mantodea is a captivating one, filled with fascinating creatures that never fail to amaze. Take a closer look at the praying mantis head, an intricate marvel of nature's design. Its sharp eyes and delicate features make it both beautiful and formidable. In the lush forests of Malaysia, we find the Malaysian Orchid Mantis in all its glory. With its pink color morph, this incredible creature blends seamlessly into the vibrant petals of an orchid. A true master of disguise. And let's not forget about its white color morph counterpart, equally skilled at camouflaging itself amidst the floral beauty. Originating from Malaysia, these mantises are truly a sight to behold. Venturing further into Africa, we encounter the mesmerizing Devil's Flower Mantis. The male specimen captivates us with its striking appearance and intriguing behavior. This unique species showcases nature's diversity in full force. Traveling to Canande in Esmeraldas, we stumble upon the Tropical Shield Mantis - possibly C. rhombicollis - showcasing its remarkable camouflage skills among leaves and branches. It perfectly embodies nature's ability to adapt and survive in various environments. The Devil Stick Mantis subadult captures our attention with a close-up view of its head and forelegs; every detail exudes power and grace. Meanwhile, the Peacock Mantis strikes a defensive posture as it stands guard in captivity; originating from Burma, it displays both beauty and strength. Moving on to North Africa, we discover the enchanting Thistle Mantis hidden amongst petals – captive but still radiating wild charm. Its presence reminds us that even small creatures can leave lasting impressions. Witnessing wings spread wide in defense is none other than Spiny Flower Mantis - Pseudocreobotra wahlbergii - showcasing both elegance and fierceness simultaneously. Nature always surprises us with unexpected encounters like stumbling upon Brown Bearded Sugar Ants in William Bay National Park, Western Australia.