Garden Mantis vs Superb Jewelwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Mantis | Superb Jewelwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthodera ministralis | Calopteryx amata |
| Order | Mantodea | Odonata |
| Family | Mantidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 50-60 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Asia |
| 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.
Superb Jewelwing
An East Asian damselfly with iridescent metallic green body and dark wings with blue-purple reflections. It inhabits clear streams across China, Korea, and Japan.
Did You Know?
Males perform elaborate wing-clapping displays that create audible sounds to attract females.