Tunisian Desert Mantis vs Congo Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tunisian Desert Mantis | Congo Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eremiaphila berndstiewi | Dactyloceras lucina |
| Order | Mantodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Eremiaphilidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 90-130 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Tunisia | Central Africa (Congo Basin) |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Tunisian Desert Mantis
A recently described desert mantis from southern Tunisia. It has an extremely flattened body that helps it hide under stones and in crevices.
Did You Know?
It was only described as a new species in 2012, showing how poorly known desert mantises remain.
Congo Moth
A large brown emperor moth with distinctive serrated wing margins and large eyespots. Males have broadly feathered antennae for detecting female pheromones.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from over a kilometer away using their elaborate antennae.