Wahlberg Mantis vs Giant African Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wahlberg Mantis | Giant African Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyspilota aeruginosa | Palpares speciosus |
| Order | Mantodea | Neuroptera |
| Family | Mantidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 60-80 mm | 100-130 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa | Southern Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wahlberg Mantis
A large robust mantis with spectacular spiral-patterned inner forewings.
Did You Know?
When threatened it spreads its wings to reveal vivid blue and black eyespots.
Giant African Antlion
A massive African antlion with strikingly marked black-and-yellow wings. One of the largest neuropteran insects in the world.
Did You Know?
It is among the largest living neuropterans, with some individuals exceeding 13 cm in wingspan.