Giant African Mantis vs Lichen Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant African Mantis | Lichen Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphodromantis gastrica | Pogonogaster tristani |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Thespidae |
| Size | 70-100 mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Giant African Mantis
One of Africa's largest mantis species with a robust green or brown body. It can catch prey as large as small lizards and frogs.
Did You Know?
They have been observed catching and eating hummingbird-sized sunbirds at garden feeders in South Africa.
Lichen Mantis
A small mantis covered in mossy-looking protuberances that mimic lichen.
Did You Know?
Its body is covered in lobes and filaments that perfectly match tree lichen.