Springbok Mantis vs Borneo Leaf Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Springbok Mantis | Borneo Leaf Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Miomantis caffra | Amorphoscelis borneana |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Mantidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 30-50mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Oceania | Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Springbok Mantis
A small bright green mantis native to southern Africa that has become invasive in New Zealand. Females are notorious for always cannibalizing males during mating. Males approach females with extreme caution.
Did You Know?
Female sexual cannibalism is nearly universal in this species, with males being eaten during mating over 60% of the time.
Borneo Leaf Mantis
A small leaf-mimicking mantis from the forests of Borneo. It rests on dead leaves in the understory where its brown coloring provides camouflage.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few Amorphoscelis species found in Asia rather than Africa.