Black Carpet Beetle vs Ocellated Flower Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Carpet Beetle | Ocellated Flower Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Attagenus unicolor | Pseudocreobotra ocellata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Dermestidae | Hymenopodidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Black Carpet Beetle
A small, oval, dark brown to black beetle that is a major pest of textiles and natural fibers. Larvae are covered in long brown hairs.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive up to a year without feeding if conditions are dry.
Ocellated Flower Mantis
A small African flower mantis closely related to the spiny flower mantis. It has a prominent spiral marking on its wings that resembles the number nine.
Did You Know?
It is named 'ocellata' for the eye-like spots on its wings used in defensive displays.