Conehead Mantis Collection

Picture No. 12479390
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, head close-up. Date:

Picture No. 12479385
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479389
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, head detail. Date:

Picture No. 12479393
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479392
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479391
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479388
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479387
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479386
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Picture No. 12479384
Conehead mantis, Empusa pennata, waiting for Date:

Conehead Mantis (Empusa pennata) nymph in front of white background, Galicia, Spain

Conehead Mantis -Empusa pennata-, female, Lake Kerkini region, Greece, Europe

Conehead Mantis -Empusa pennata- in a waiting position, Lake Kerkini, Kerkini, Central Macedonia, Greece

Cone-head Mantis - nymph in the night - Italy
RD-279 Cone-head Mantis - nymph in the night Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cone-head Mantis - male - Tuscany - Italy
RD-283 Cone-head Mantis - male Tuscany - Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cone-head Mantis - adult male - Tuscany - Italy
RD-287 Cone-head Mantis - adult male Tuscany - Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cone-head Mantis - male - Italy
RD-310 Cone-head Mantis - male Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cone-head Mantis - in habitat - Tuscany - Italy
RD-309 Cone-head Mantis - in habitat Tuscany - Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cone-head Mantis - nymph - Italy
RD-312 Cone-head Mantis - nymph Italy Empusa pennata Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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The Conehead Mantis, also known as Empusa pennata, is a fascinating creature that captivates with its unique appearance and behavior. Found in Galicia, Spain, this nymph showcases its remarkable features against a pristine white background. In Picture No. 12479390, we witness the cone-shaped head of this mantis species. Its elongated structure sets it apart from other insects and gives it an extraordinary look. This adaptation serves multiple purposes, including camouflage and defense mechanisms. Moving on to Picture No. 12479385, we observe the intricate details of the mantis's body. Delicate veins run through its transparent wings while its slender legs are perfectly adapted for grasping prey or blending into foliage. Picture No. 12479389 captures the moment when the Conehead Mantis strikes a pose with one leg raised high in mid-air. This peculiar stance showcases both elegance and agility as it prepares to pounce on unsuspecting prey. In Picture No. 12479393, we see how this nymph expertly blends into its surroundings using cryptic coloration techniques. The vibrant green hues mimic leaves and branches around it, making it nearly invisible to predators or potential prey. Picture No. 12479392 reveals another interesting aspect of this mantis's behavior: their ability to rotate their heads almost entirely backward. This incredible flexibility allows them to scan their surroundings without moving their bodies significantly—a true marvel of nature. A close-up shot in Picture No. 12479391 highlights the mesmerizing compound eyes of the Conehead Mantis nymphs—large and multifaceted orbs that provide exceptional vision for detecting movement even from afar. As we delve deeper into these captivating creatures' world in Picture No. 12479388, we notice their delicate antennae gracefully extending forward like tiny sensors searching for any sign of life or danger nearby. Picture No. 12479387 exhibits yet another astonishing feature of the Conehead Mantis: its ability to mimic plant structures.