Giant African Mantis vs Springbok Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant African Mantis | Springbok Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphodromantis gastrica | Miomantis caffra |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 70-100 mm | 30-50mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Africa, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Springbok Mantis
A small bright green mantis native to southern Africa that has become invasive in New Zealand. Females are notorious for always cannibalizing males during mating. Males approach females with extreme caution.
Did You Know?
Female sexual cannibalism is nearly universal in this species, with males being eaten during mating over 60% of the time.