Brunner's Stick Mantis vs African Moon Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brunner's Stick Mantis | African Moon Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brunneria borealis | Argema mimosae |
| Order | Mantodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coptopterygidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 6-8 cm | Wingspan 100-120mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | United States | Africa |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Brunner's Stick Mantis
A slender stick-like mantis found in the southeastern United States. It is remarkable because only females are known and it reproduces by parthenogenesis.
Did You Know?
No male of this species has ever been found; all individuals are female clones.
African Moon Moth
A large pale green silk moth with long hindwing tails and maroon eyespots on each wing. Males have broad feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
It is closely related to the Madagascan comet moth but has shorter tails and a wider African distribution.