Blue Hawker vs Grass Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Hawker | Grass Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna caerulea | Pyrgomantis jonesi |
| Order | Odonata | Mantodea |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Pyrgomantidae |
| Size | 54-64mm | 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Africa |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Blue Hawker
A small hawker dragonfly with bright blue spots on males and yellow spots on females. It is restricted to high-altitude bogs and moorlands in northern latitudes. It tolerates very cold conditions.
Did You Know?
It breeds in some of the coldest and most inhospitable habitats of any European dragonfly, flying in near-freezing conditions.
Grass Mantis
A very slender mantis adapted to hiding among tall grass stems in savanna.
Did You Know?
Its extremely narrow body profile makes it nearly invisible when viewed head-on.