A: I spotted this picture shared in the Creative Gardening Facebook group, and the majority of respondents correctly identified it as a praying mantis sac, or ootheca. Recently I had ‘Christmas tree ...

Female praying mantises are notorious for eating their mates during or after sex. Now, scientists have discovered a dwarf mantis species in which males avoid this fate with an elaborate dance ...

Meet the mysterious praying mantis, an insect known for its unique appearance and hunting skills. Why is it so special, and what secrets does it hide? Find out how the praying mantis survives and ...

Mantises are one of the most efficient hunters in the animal kingdom. Between their ambush skills and camouflage, not to mention the speed with which they strike, many targeted insects do not know ...

Adrian Kozakiewicz has been collecting and breeding unique tropical insects for the last 15 years and shares them with his fans on social media. In a recent Instagram post, where he has more than 5 ...

Praying mantises have been spotted wild in the southwest of England for the first time and may have arrived on wind or in luggage. Cornwall Wildlife Trust (CWT) have reported that two recent sightings ...

Reduction in pesticide use will help all insects, including unsung heroes of pollination. Insects get ready in many ways for autumn and winter; leaving some leaves and debris may help Conern remains ...

How many times have you heard that or something similar: "Pay attention! Watch your step! Be careful! Be vigilant!" But have you ever seen a praying mantis take a step and then a gigantic leap--right ...