Ocellated Flower Mantis vs Sunburst Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ocellated Flower Mantis | Sunburst Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudocreobotra ocellata | Thermonectus marmoratus |
| Order | Mantodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Hymenopodidae | Dytiscidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Southwestern North America, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ocellated Flower Mantis
A small African flower mantis closely related to the spiny flower mantis. It has a prominent spiral marking on its wings that resembles the number nine.
Did You Know?
It is named 'ocellata' for the eye-like spots on its wings used in defensive displays.
Sunburst Diving Beetle
A striking yellow-and-black spotted diving beetle from the American Southwest and Mexico. Its larvae have been discovered to possess bifocal lenses in their eyes.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are the first animals discovered to have true bifocal eyes, with two focal lengths in a single lens.