African Devil Mantis vs Tessellated Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Devil Mantis | Tessellated Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idolomantis lobiceps | Liturgusa tessellata |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Empusidae | Liturgusidae |
| Size | 75-100 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Tanzania | Brazil, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
African Devil Mantis
A large, lobed mantis from the dry forests of central East Africa. It has pronounced lobes on its head and legs that create a leaf-like silhouette.
Did You Know?
Its head lobes are among the most developed in the family, providing exceptional camouflage.
Tessellated Bark Mantis
A bark mantis with a tessellated mosaic-like pattern on its wings from the Amazon basin. The intricate pattern provides superb camouflage on textured bark.
Did You Know?
Its tessellated wing pattern is one of the most complex of any bark mantis species.