Hooded Mantis vs Labrador Minnow Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hooded Mantis | Labrador Minnow Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Choeradodis rhombicollis | Baetis labradoriensis |
| Order | Mantodea | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Mantidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, northern South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hooded Mantis
A Central American mantis with an enormously expanded, leaf-shaped prothorax. Its green, shield-like hood provides excellent leaf mimicry.
Did You Know?
Its prothoracic shield is so wide and flat that it earned the nickname "hooded mantis" for its cloak-like appearance.
Labrador Minnow Mayfly
A small mayfly found in cold northern streams with rapid currents. Nymphs cling to submerged stones and feed on periphyton.
Did You Know?
Nymphs can complete their development in as little as three weeks during warm summer conditions.