Garden Mantis vs Gambian Conehead Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Mantis | Gambian Conehead Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthodera ministralis | Empusa guttula |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Empusidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 45-60 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Gambia, Senegal, Mali |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Garden Mantis
A small to medium-sized bright green praying mantis commonly found in Australian gardens. It has distinctive blue-purple spots on the inner surfaces of its forelegs, displayed when threatened.
Did You Know?
The blue spots on its forearms are thought to startle predators and are unique among Australian mantis species.
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.