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Mantid / praying mantis / preying mantis

Description:

these insect belongs to Order Mantodea. they are widely known for their preying ability. their femur and tibia which have spines can cause considerable pain. also, they have the ability to blend in to their natural habitat. they are closely linked to Order phasmatodea

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3 Comments

ForestDragon
ForestDragon 9 years ago

This would be a nice addition to the Marvelous Mantids of the World misson: http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/1573...

david.marapao5
david.marapao5 10 years ago

thank you :)

Neil Ross
Neil Ross 10 years ago

Good spotting, David. Nice clear photo too.

david.marapao5
Spotted by
david.marapao5

Bukidnon, Philippines

Spotted on Sep 26, 2013
Submitted on Mar 5, 2014

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