Jade Mantis vs Purple-winged Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jade Mantis | Purple-winged Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hierodula venosa | Tenodera australasiae |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm | 70-95 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Purple-winged Mantis
A large Australian mantis with distinctive purple-tinged wings that are displayed in flight. It is one of the more conspicuous mantis species found in tropical and subtropical Australia.
Did You Know?
When it flies, the purple wings create a startling flash of colour that may confuse bird predators.