Amazonian Bark Mantis vs Emerald Eupholus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazonian Bark Mantis | Emerald Eupholus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Liturgusa amazonica | Eupholus cuvieri |
| Order | Mantodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Liturgusidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 20-30mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Amazonian Bark Mantis
A cryptic bark mantis found in the Amazon basin that is almost invisible on tree bark. Its mottled brown and gray coloring matches lichen-covered trunks perfectly.
Did You Know?
It was one of 19 new bark mantis species described in a major 2014 revision of the genus.
Emerald Eupholus Weevil
A spectacular weevil with brilliant turquoise and black bands across its elytra. It is found only in the rainforests of New Guinea.
Did You Know?
Its stunning blue-green color comes from photonic crystals in tiny scales covering the exoskeleton similar to how opals produce color.