Gambian Conehead Mantis vs Borneo Stick Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gambian Conehead Mantis | Borneo Stick Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Empusa guttula | Toxodera integrifolia |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Empusidae | Toxoderidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Gambia, Senegal, Mali | Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Gambian Conehead Mantis
A West African conehead mantis with spotted markings on its wings and body. It is found in savanna habitats where it perches on tall grasses.
Did You Know?
Its spotted body pattern helps it blend with seed heads of savanna grasses.
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.