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Praying Mantis

Mantodea

Description:

A praying mantis has a very big appetite, so it's fortunate that it is also an accomplished hunter.These stealthy predators feast on live insects, including moths, mosquitoes, roaches, flies and aphids, as well as small rodents, frogs, snakes and birds.The praying mantis will feed on moths at night -- the only predator known to do so. They can definitely assist in moth control around your home and garden

Habitat:

The Praying Mantis is found in many differing habitats. They are generally located in the warmer regions, particularly tropical and subtropical latitudes. Most species live in the tropical rainforest, although others can be found in deserts, grasslands and meadowlands

1 Comment

JenniferReneeDekker
JenniferReneeDekker 10 years ago

I like how you zeroed in on his eyes! Nice spotting.

15dolszewski
Spotted by
15dolszewski

Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Spotted on Nov 15, 2013
Submitted on Mar 18, 2014

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