Japanese Snakefly vs Lichen Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Snakefly | Lichen Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Inocellia japonica | Pogonogaster tristani |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Inocelliidae | Thespidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Japanese Snakefly
An East Asian snakefly with the characteristic elongated neck-like prothorax. It is one of the few snakefly species found in the Far East, near the order's eastern range limit.
Did You Know?
Raphidioptera are completely absent from the Southern Hemisphere, an unusual distribution pattern among insect orders.
Lichen Mantis
A small mantis covered in mossy-looking protuberances that mimic lichen.
Did You Know?
Its body is covered in lobes and filaments that perfectly match tree lichen.