Sumatran Stick Mantis vs Sparkling Jewelwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sumatran Stick Mantis | Sparkling Jewelwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Toxodera hauseri | Calopteryx xanthostoma |
| Order | Mantodea | Odonata |
| Family | Toxoderidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 65-90 mm | 45-50 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Sumatra, Indonesia | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Sumatran Stick Mantis
A slender stick mantis found in the montane forests of Sumatra. It is one of the few Toxodera species adapted to cooler highland conditions.
Did You Know?
It lives at elevations above 1,000 meters, unusually high for a tropical stick mantis.
Sparkling Jewelwing
A southwestern European demoiselle closely related to the Banded Demoiselle. Males have broad dark wing bands and a distinctive yellow underside to the mouth.
Did You Know?
It can be distinguished from the Banded Demoiselle by the yellow underside of its lower lip.