Conehead Mantis vs Borneo Stick Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conehead Mantis | Borneo Stick Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Empusa pennata | Toxodera integrifolia |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Empusidae | Toxoderidae |
| Size | 47-65 mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Conehead Mantis
A distinctive European mantis with a tall conical head crest and feathery antennae in males. Nymphs resemble small aliens with their elongated heads and stick-like bodies.
Did You Know?
Nymphs of the conehead mantis curl their abdomen upward over their body when walking, causing them to resemble tiny scorpions to deter predators.
Borneo Stick Mantis
A large stick mantis endemic to Borneo with leaf-like wing expansions. Its wings resemble dried leaves and add to its twig-and-leaf disguise.
Did You Know?
Its leaf-like wing expansions are wider than those of any other Toxodera species.