Jade Mantis vs Javan Stick Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jade Mantis | Javan Stick Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hierodula venosa | Toxodera maxima |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Toxoderidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm | 100-130 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal | Java, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
Jade Mantis
A bright jade-green mantis with a rounded thoracic shield edged in pale yellow. It is a common and conspicuous garden predator across South Asia.
Did You Know?
Farmers in South Asia welcome this mantis in their gardens as a natural pest control agent.
Javan Stick Mantis
One of the longest stick mantises, reaching over 12 cm from Java, Indonesia. Its extremely thin body makes it nearly impossible to see among twigs.
Did You Know?
At over 12 cm, it is the largest known species in the family Toxoderidae.