Philippine Stick Mantis vs Gambian Conehead Mantis

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Philippine Stick Mantis Gambian Conehead Mantis
Scientific Name Toxodera philippina Empusa guttula
Order Mantodea Mantodea
Family Toxoderidae Empusidae
Size 70-90 mm 45-60 mm
Habitat Forests Grasslands
Diet Omnivores Omnivores
Regions Philippines Gambia, Senegal, Mali
Conservation Data Deficient Least Concern

Philippine Stick Mantis

A slender stick mantis endemic to the Philippines found in primary forest habitats. It is rarely encountered and poorly studied in the wild.

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Did You Know?

Deforestation in the Philippines threatens its primary forest habitat more than any other factor.

Gambian Conehead Mantis

A West African conehead mantis with spotted markings on its wings and body. It is found in savanna habitats where it perches on tall grasses.

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Did You Know?

Its spotted body pattern helps it blend with seed heads of savanna grasses.