Libyan Conehead Mantis vs Rufous Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Libyan Conehead Mantis | Rufous Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Empusa decorata | Amorphoscelis rufula |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Empusidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Libya, Tunisia, Algeria | Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
Libyan Conehead Mantis
A decorated conehead mantis from the dry regions of North Africa. Its body has ornate markings that provide camouflage among dry desert shrubs.
Did You Know?
Its ornate body markings are more developed than most other species in the genus Empusa.
Rufous Bark Mantis
A reddish-brown bark mantis from Central Africa that blends with red-barked tropical trees. Its rufous coloring is distinctive among bark mantises.
Did You Know?
Its reddish color is thought to match the bark of certain Entandrophragma mahogany trees.