Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) | Project Noah

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Field Notes

Description:

Known for their prominent front legs, which suggests the position of prayer. Legs used to snare prey with quick reflexes making it difficult to see with the naked eye. Their green skin used to camouflage on plants among which they live.

Found in my garden

Habitat:

Subtropical climate.

Notes:

Population status: unknown, carnivores, life span: 1 year, and relatively the size of a tea cup

Reference Links:

Praying Mantis | National Geographic

Species ID Suggestions

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This mantis looks more like a mantis from genus Tenodera. It is likely a Chinese Mantis (Tenodera sinensis). You can compare here: http://bugguide.net/node/view/12409

Where did you see this mantis? Your spotting location is currently in ocean.

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