The wings of the Carolina mantis only extend three quarters of the way down the wide abdomen of the mature females, as the wings of the males span the entire length of their long abdomen. The males of this specie are very thin compared to the females. The insect itself can grow approximately up to 2 inches in length. Their color may vary from an unusual gray, dusty brown, or green.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Carolina Mantis
The wings of the Carolina mantis only extend three quarters of the way down the wide abdomen of the mature females, as the wings of the males span the entire length of their long abdomen. The males of this specie are very thin compared to the females. The insect itself can grow approximately up to 2 inches in length. Their color may vary from an unusual gray, dusty brown, or green.
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BugBoyAndy,
Carolina,
insect,
Mantid,
Mantis,
south,
southern,
Stagmomantis,
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Do these mantids live on the ground?
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