Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis vs Green Shield Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis | Green Shield Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthops elegans | Chlidonoptera lestoni |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Acanthopidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 35-48 mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Ecuador, Northern Peru | Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis
An elegant dead leaf mantis from the western Amazon basin of Ecuador. It has refined leaf mimicry with smooth, curved wing edges.
Did You Know?
Its smoother wing outline distinguishes it from the more ragged-edged species in the genus.
Green Shield Mantis
A flat-bodied mantis from West Africa with a wide, shield-shaped pronotum. Its flattened body helps it press tightly against tree bark for camouflage.
Did You Know?
Its shield-like pronotum is proportionally one of the widest of any mantis species.