Iranian Desert Mantis vs Mantis Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iranian Desert Mantis | Mantis Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eremiaphila iranensis | Mantispa perla |
| Order | Mantodea | Neuroptera |
| Family | Eremiaphilidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 15-20mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Iran | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Iranian Desert Mantis
A small, pale mantis endemic to the deserts of Iran. It runs rapidly across gravel plains to ambush small invertebrate prey.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few mantis species able to survive in salt flat environments.
Mantis Lacewing
A delicate insect with mantis-like raptorial forelegs and lace-like wings. An ambush predator of small insects.
Did You Know?
Larvae enter spider egg sacs and consume all the eggs, emerging as adults from the silk cocoon.