African Mantidfly vs Green Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Mantidfly | Green Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sagittalata olivacea | Zeugomantispa minuta |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Mantispidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 18-26 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa, East Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Mantidfly
A greenish African mantidfly found in woodland and bushveld habitats. Like all mantidflies, it has distinctive raptorial front legs.
Did You Know?
Larvae ride on female spiders phoretically, waiting for them to lay eggs before entering the egg sac.
Green Mantidfly
A small green mantidfly found in the southeastern United States. It has enlarged raptorial forelegs and a long prothorax like a miniature mantis.
Did You Know?
Despite looking like a praying mantis, it is more closely related to lacewings and antlions.