Tanzanian Conehead Mantis vs Cocktail Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tanzanian Conehead Mantis | Cocktail Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Empusa conversii | Crematogaster peringueyi |
| Order | Mantodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Empusidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 45-60 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Tanzania, Malawi | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Tanzanian Conehead Mantis
An East African conehead mantis found in the dry woodlands of Tanzania. It has a well-developed head cone and long, spiny raptorial legs.
Did You Know?
It is most active during the dry season when prey concentrates around remaining vegetation.
Cocktail Ant
A small dark ant that holds its heart-shaped gaster raised above its body like a flag. It nests in dead wood and under bark.
Did You Know?
When alarmed, they raise their abdomen over their back like a scorpion and exude a drop of repellent venom.