Long-Toed Water Beetle vs Hooded Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Toed Water Beetle | Hooded Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenelmis crenata | Choeradodis rhombicollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Elmidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 60-80 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Central America, northern South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Toed Water Beetle
A small riffle beetle with elongated tarsal claws for gripping rocks in fast currents. Both adults and larvae are entirely aquatic.
Did You Know?
Adults can live for several years underwater, far longer than most beetles.
Hooded Mantis
A Central American mantis with an enormously expanded, leaf-shaped prothorax. Its green, shield-like hood provides excellent leaf mimicry.
Did You Know?
Its prothoracic shield is so wide and flat that it earned the nickname "hooded mantis" for its cloak-like appearance.