Cat-Eyed Mantis vs Purple-winged Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cat-Eyed Mantis | Purple-winged Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heterochaeta strachani | Tenodera australasiae |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm | 70-95 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Cat-Eyed Mantis
A spectacular West African mantis with enormously enlarged compound eyes that give it a cat-like appearance and exceptional depth perception for precision strikes.
Did You Know?
The oversized eyes of this mantis give it stereoscopic vision superior to most other insects, allowing it to judge distances with remarkable accuracy before striking.
Purple-winged Mantis
A large Australian mantis with distinctive purple-tinged wings that are displayed in flight. It is one of the more conspicuous mantis species found in tropical and subtropical Australia.
Did You Know?
When it flies, the purple wings create a startling flash of colour that may confuse bird predators.