Silenus Oxysternon vs African Devil Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silenus Oxysternon | African Devil Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxysternon silenus | Idolomantis lobiceps |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Empusidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 75-100 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America | Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Tanzania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Silenus Oxysternon
A large, robust dark green to black tunneling dung beetle with a broad thorax and powerful forelegs. Males bear a cephalic horn and pronotal ridges. An ecologically important species in Neotropical forest ecosystems.
Did You Know?
Studies show this beetle can bury over 90 percent of a dung pat within 48 hours in undisturbed forest.
African Devil Mantis
A large, lobed mantis from the dry forests of central East Africa. It has pronounced lobes on its head and legs that create a leaf-like silhouette.
Did You Know?
Its head lobes are among the most developed in the family, providing exceptional camouflage.