Wahlberg's Flower Mantis vs Pink Lady Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wahlberg's Flower Mantis | Pink Lady Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudocreobotra amarae | Epeorus vitreus |
| Order | Mantodea | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Hymenopodidae | Heptageniidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wahlberg's Flower Mantis
A small East African flower mantis with spiny projections on its abdomen and thorax. Its coloring ranges from white to green depending on the habitat.
Did You Know?
The thoracic spines make it one of the most heavily ornamented flower mantises in Africa.
Pink Lady Mayfly
A pale pinkish mayfly of eastern North American streams with a distinctly two-tailed nymph. Adults have translucent wings with a faint rosy tint.
Did You Know?
The pink coloration of the adult body fades to white within minutes of death.