Asian Marauder Army Ant vs Green Shield Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Marauder Army Ant | Green Shield Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorylus laevigatus | Chlidonoptera lestoni |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Formicidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 2-10 mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia | Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Marauder Army Ant
A subterranean army ant of Southeast Asian forests that raids termite nests through underground tunnels. It is one of the few Dorylus species found in Asia.
Did You Know?
It represents an ancient Asian lineage of driver ants, showing that Dorylus once had a much wider range than Africa.
Green Shield Mantis
A flat-bodied mantis from West Africa with a wide, shield-shaped pronotum. Its flattened body helps it press tightly against tree bark for camouflage.
Did You Know?
Its shield-like pronotum is proportionally one of the widest of any mantis species.