Goblin Mantis vs African Predatory Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Goblin Mantis | African Predatory Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amorphoscelis pulchella | Chrysopa pudica |
| Order | Mantodea | Neuroptera |
| Family | Amorphoscelidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 16-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Ghana, Cameroon, Nigeria | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Goblin Mantis
A tiny, cryptic mantis found on tree bark in West African forests. Its mottled brown coloring makes it virtually invisible against bark surfaces.
Did You Know?
At less than 25 mm, it is one of the smallest mantis species in Africa.
African Predatory Lacewing
A robust lacewing found across tropical Africa in forested and cultivated areas. Adults and larvae both contribute to pest suppression.
Did You Know?
It is frequently collected in cocoa agroforestry systems where it helps control cocoa mirids.