Giant Devil's Flower Mantis vs Giant African Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Devil's Flower Mantis | Giant African Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idolomantis serrula | Sphodromantis gastrica |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Empusidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 80-110 mm | 70-100 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Tanzania, Kenya | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Giant Devil's Flower Mantis
A close relative of the devil's flower mantis found in the dry forests of East Africa. It has serrated leg lobes that enhance its leaf-like disguise.
Did You Know?
Its serrated leg lobes are unique in the genus and give it a more ragged, leaf-like appearance.
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.