Carolina Mantis vs Goblin Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carolina Mantis | Goblin Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stagmomantis carolina | Amorphoscelis pulchella |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 47-60 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Ghana, Cameroon, Nigeria |
| 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.
Goblin Mantis
A tiny, cryptic mantis found on tree bark in West African forests. Its mottled brown coloring makes it virtually invisible against bark surfaces.
Did You Know?
At less than 25 mm, it is one of the smallest mantis species in Africa.