Tunisian Desert Mantis vs Ground Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tunisian Desert Mantis | Ground Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eremiaphila berndstiewi | Litaneutria minor |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Eremiaphilidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Tunisia | North America |
| 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.
Ground Mantis
The smallest North American mantis, well camouflaged on dry rocky soil.
Did You Know?
It hunts by running on the ground rather than using a typical sit-and-wait strategy.