Tunisian Desert Mantis vs Stick Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tunisian Desert Mantis | Stick Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eremiaphila berndstiewi | Popa spurca |
| Order | Mantodea | Mantodea |
| Family | Eremiaphilidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Tunisia | Africa |
| 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.
Stick Mantis
A twig-mimicking mantis with lobed legs and bark-like body texture.
Did You Know?
Its elongated body and flattened leg lobes make it vanish against dry twigs.