Lichen Mantis vs Tunisian Desert Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lichen Mantis | Tunisian Desert Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pogonogaster tristani | Eremiaphila berndstiewi |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Thespidae | Eremiaphilidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Tunisia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
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.
Tunisian Desert Mantis
A recently described desert mantis from southern Tunisia. It has an extremely flattened body that helps it hide under stones and in crevices.
Did You Know?
It was only described as a new species in 2012, showing how poorly known desert mantises remain.