Mantidae Collection

Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) (Possibly C. rhombicollis) Canande, Esmeraldas
Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis sp.) (Possibly C. rhombicollis) Canande, Esmeraldas, Ecuador

Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) Sumaco National Park, Napo, Ecuador
Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis sp.) Sumaco National Park, Napo, Ecuador

Peacock mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis) in defensive posture; captive occurs in Burma and Thailand

Brown bearded sugar ant (Camponotus terebrans) William Bay National Park, Western Australia. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Dead-leaf mantis (Deroplatys dessicata) camouflaged on leaf, Sabah, Borneo

Wide-armed mantis (Cilnia humeralis) reaching out, photographed on a white background, originating from Africa. Captive

Peacock praying mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis) female in defensive display with colourful wings. Captive, found in Thailand

Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis rhombicollis) in defensive position, on flower, Chinambi, Carchi, Ecuador

European mantis (Mantis religiosa) hunting swarming Pale burrower mayfly (Ephoron virgo), mayflies recently hatched. Tudela, La Ribera de Navarra, Navarre, Spain. August

Praying mantis (Tenodera sp) on plant at night. Wuliangshan Nature Reserve, Jingdong, Yunnan Province, China

Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp.) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica

Giant African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis) portrait, captive, occurs in West Africa

Peruvian mantis (Oxyopsis peruviana) silhouette with sun behind, captive, occurs in South America

Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) defensive display on flowers, Orvieto, Italy. October. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Praying mantis (Mantidae) with water vapour from cloud. Taken at high altitude hill station, Himalayas, India

Female Praying mantis (Mantis religiosa) crawling on thistle, Lorraine, France. August

Praying Mantis on Russian Sage
Benton Murphy

Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Leaf mantis (Choeradodis sp.) Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica

Preying mantis, Odzala - Kokoua National Park, Republic of Congo (Congo - Brazzaville)
Preying mantis, Odzala, Kokoua National Park, Congo

Picture No. 11671380
Praying Mantis (European Mantis) mating. Date:

Bright green praying mantis, two pairs of hind legs gripping onto woody branch, body leaning forward, front legs unfolding

Front view of bright green mantis eating fly, strong mouth devouring prey, large eyes, long thing antennae in air, woody stem

Common praying mantids

Praying mantis (Mantis religiosa) laying eggs into foamy egg case on twig, side view

Upper torso view of Mantis on leaf

Praying Mantis, Mantis religiosa, on twigs

European Mantis or Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) feeding on black insect, front vie

Praying mantis catching its prey

Praying Mantis about to attack a fly

Hooded mantis C017 / 6813
Hooded mantis. Stals hooded leaf mantis (Choeradodis stalii) on a leaf. This species of praying mantis is found in Brazil, Ecuador, French Guyana, Panama, and Peru

African mantis C016 / 2287
African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis). This species of praying mantis is kept worldwide as a pet but is native to West Africa, south of the Sahara Desert

African mantis C016 / 2286
African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis). This species of praying mantis is kept worldwide as a pet but is native to West Africa, south of the Sahara Desert

African mantis C016 / 2284
African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis). This species of praying mantis is kept worldwide as a pet but is native to West Africa, south of the Sahara Desert

African mantis C016 / 2288
African mantis. Close-up of the head of a giant African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis), showing one of its large compound eyes (centre)

African mantis C016 / 2283
African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis). This species of praying mantis is kept worldwide as a pet but is native to West Africa, south of the Sahara Desert

African mantis C016 / 2285
African mantis. Close-up of the head of a giant African mantis (Sphodromantis viridis), showing its large compound eyes (upper left and right)

Stagmatoptera precaria, mantid
Life cycle of the mantid (Stagmatoptera precaria). Reproduced as an engraving after the orginal watercolour from as Plate 66 Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian (1647-1717)

Tendera aridfolia, Chinese praying mantis
A close-up side view of the predatory insect, the Chinese Praying Mantis (Tendera aridfolia). Specimen from the Natural History Museum

African Praying Mantis (Sphodromantis lineola) adult, resting on leaf (captive)

Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula membranacea) adult, praying on branch (captive)

False Garden Mantis (Pseudomantis albofimbriata) adult female, standing on stick, Western Australia, Australia

Garden Mantis (Orthodera ministralis) adult, standing on leaves in bush, Western Australia, Australia

Praying Mantis (Stagmatoptera binotata) adult, close-up of head and forelegs, at night, Iwokrama Rainforest, Guyana

Two praying mantises
Praying mantises (Choeradodis rhomboidea). These specimens, from French Guiana, South America, have been preserved so that their haemolymph (body fluid) can be extracted

Mantid, Mantidae, adult on palm frond, The Inn at Chachalaca Bend, Cameron County, Rio Grande Valley, Texas, USA

Mediterranean Ground Mantis - nymph
RD-42 Mediterranean Ground Mantis - nymph Ameles decolor Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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The world of mantidae is a captivating one, filled with an array of fascinating species from different corners of the globe. In the lush rainforests of Canande, Esmeraldas, the Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis sp. ) stands tall and proud, possibly C. Rhombicollis. Its vibrant colors blend seamlessly with its surroundings, making it almost invisible to unsuspecting prey. Meanwhile, in Burma, the Peacock mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis) strikes a defensive pose. With its wings spread wide like a peacock's feathers, it warns potential predators to think twice before approaching. This magnificent creature showcases nature's ability to create beauty even in moments of self-defense. Traveling all the way to William Bay National Park in Western Australia, we encounter the Brown bearded sugar ant (Camponotus terebrans). These tiny insects work tirelessly together as a colony to build their intricate nests and forage for food amidst towering trees and stunning landscapes. Sabah in Borneo reveals another marvel - the Dead-leaf mantis (Deroplatys dessicata). Camouflaged perfectly on a leaf, this master of disguise blends so well that it becomes indistinguishable from its environment. It serves as a reminder that sometimes hiding in plain sight is the best defense mechanism. A female Peacock praying mantis (Pseudempusa pinnapavonis) proudly displays her colorful wings during a defensive stance. Her vibrant hues serve as both warning signs and signals for potential mates – truly showcasing Mother Nature's artistry at its finest. In yet another part of Ecuador's Sumaco National Park lies another Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis rhombicollis), this time perched gracefully on a flower petal while adopting an intimidating defensive position. Its delicate appearance belies its ferocity when threatened, proving that beauty and strength can coexist.