Long-winged Bark Mantis vs Florida Twig Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-winged Bark Mantis | Florida Twig Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amorphoscelis longipennis | Pseudomyrmex ejectus |
| Order | Mantodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Amorphoscelidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Long-winged Bark Mantis
A bark mantis from West Africa with unusually long wings for its body size. Males are capable of sustained flight, unlike most bark mantises.
Did You Know?
Its relatively long wings make males among the strongest fliers in the family Amorphoscelidae.
Florida Twig Ant
A small yellowish ant that nests in dead twigs in the canopy of southeastern US forests. It is arboreal and rarely descends to the ground.
Did You Know?
Their tiny twig nests are often discovered when dead branches fall and the surprised ants come pouring out.