Egyptian Mantis vs Reunion Riverjack
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Egyptian Mantis | Reunion Riverjack |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Miomantis paykullii | Zygonyx elisabethae |
| Order | Mantodea | Odonata |
| Family | Mantidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm | 5-7 cm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa, North America | Reunion |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Egyptian Mantis
A small to medium green mantis native to Africa that has become established in parts of the southern United States. Females are notorious for always cannibalizing males during mating.
Did You Know?
Female Egyptian mantises cannibalize the male in nearly 100% of mating attempts, making them one of the most sexually cannibalistic animals known to science.
Reunion Riverjack
A large dragonfly endemic to the island of Reunion in the Indian Ocean. It patrols waterfalls and fast-flowing mountain streams.
Did You Know?
Deforestation and damming of Reunion's rivers have severely reduced its available breeding habitat.