Sulawesi Stick Mantis vs Neon Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sulawesi Stick Mantis | Neon Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Toxodera celebensis | Libellula croceipennis |
| Order | Mantodea | Odonata |
| Family | Toxoderidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 65-90 mm | 48-55 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Sulawesi, Indonesia | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Sulawesi Stick Mantis
A stick mantis endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is part of the island's unique fauna shaped by millions of years of isolation.
Did You Know?
Sulawesi's geographic isolation has produced many endemic species including this unique stick mantis.
Neon Skimmer
A brilliantly red dragonfly of the American Southwest with amber-tinted wings. Males are an intense fluorescent red that seems to glow in sunlight.
Did You Know?
Its neon-red coloring is so vivid that it appears to fluoresce in bright sunlight.