Stag-jawed Longhorn vs Mega Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stag-jawed Longhorn | Mega Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorysthenes buqueti | Plistospilota guineensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 40-70mm | 130-170mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stag-jawed Longhorn
A large dark brown longhorn beetle with massive toothed mandibles in males resembling those of stag beetles. It is attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
In Thailand the larvae are roasted and eaten as a popular street food snack.
Mega Mantis
One of the largest mantis species in the world reaching up to 17cm. It is green with a massive thorax and powerful legs. It is a formidable predator capable of catching small birds and lizards.
Did You Know?
At up to 17cm long, it is one of the world's largest mantises and has been filmed catching hummingbird-sized birds.