Purple-winged Mantis vs Jeweled Flower Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Purple-winged Mantis | Jeweled Flower Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tenodera australasiae | Creobroter gemmatus |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Hymenopodidae |
| Size | 70-95 mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Purple-winged Mantis
A large Australian mantis with distinctive purple-tinged wings that are displayed in flight. It is one of the more conspicuous mantis species found in tropical and subtropical Australia.
Did You Know?
When it flies, the purple wings create a startling flash of colour that may confuse bird predators.
Jeweled Flower Mantis
A small, brilliantly colored mantis with green and cream body and striking green eyespots ringed with cream on its forewings. It is a jewel of the Asian tropics.
Did You Know?
Jeweled flower mantises have been observed preferentially hunting near ultraviolet-reflecting flowers, which attract the greatest number of pollinating insects.