Cat-Eyed Mantis vs Venezuelan Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cat-Eyed Mantis | Venezuelan Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heterochaeta strachani | Liturgusa fossetti |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Liturgusidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Venezuela |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
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.
Venezuelan Bark Mantis
A small bark mantis from Venezuela described in the 2014 revision of the genus. It has subtle brown markings that match the bark of tropical hardwoods.
Did You Know?
It was named after the jazz musician Lester 'Pres' Fossett by the describing entomologist.