Carolina Mantis vs Apical Flower Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carolina Mantis | Apical Flower Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stagmomantis carolina | Creobroter apicalis |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Hymenopodidae |
| Size | 47-60 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Indonesia, Malaysia, Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Carolina Mantis
The most common native mantis species in the eastern United States, occurring in green, brown, and mottled forms. It is smaller than the introduced Chinese and European mantises.
Did You Know?
Carolina mantises are designated as the official state insect of South Carolina, making them one of the few predatory insects honored with such a title.
Apical Flower Mantis
A small flower mantis from Southeast Asia with distinctive markings at the tips of its forewings. It is commonly found on low shrubs and herbaceous plants.
Did You Know?
The dark apical spots on its wings give it its common name and help identify the species.