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Boxer Bark Mantis

Paraoxypilus - Boxer Bark Mantis

Description:

Small, dark brown with a jaggedy textured back. Bright red patches on inside of arms that are visible when arms are extended.

Habitat:

Wikipedia says barks and leaves but found this one on a rock which if look at last photo you can see how well camouflaged it is. Bark and leaves is more than likely true. I think this one might've been looking for a supply of water from the hose it was nearby.

Notes:

Almost looks like an ant. (had me fooled at first)

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1 Comment

MichaelS
MichaelS 4 years ago

Hi collyyo, welcome to Project Noah!

collyyo
Spotted by
collyyo

Western Australia, Australia

Spotted on Nov 19, 2019
Submitted on Nov 19, 2019

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