Orchid Mantis

Invertebrates > Mantidae & Praying Mantises

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Orchid MantisScientific Name: Hymenopus coronatusCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: Mantidae & Praying MantisesSize: Total length: 2.4–2.8 in (6.0–7.0 cm) in females; males half size at 1.0–1.2 in (2.5–3.0 cm)Weight: 0.04–0.14 oz (1.0–4.0...

Thistle Mantis

Invertebrates > Mantises

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Thistle MantisScientific Name: Blepharopsis mendicaCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: MantisesSize: Total adult length 5 to 6 cm (2.0 to 2.4 in)Weight: 2 to 5 g (0.07 to 0.18 oz)Lifespan: 9 to 12 monthsDiet: Carnivorous ambush predator (flies,...

Water Stick Insect

Invertebrates > Insects

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Water Stick InsectScientific Name: Ranatra linearisCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: InsectsRange: Widespread across the Palearctic realm, throughout Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and temperate Asia to China and SiberiaHabitat Type:...