“See how mantises evolved into icons”

Over 300 million years ago, in the ancient forests of the Carboniferous period, the earliest ancestors of mantises began their remarkable journey. These primitive insects were small, unspecialized creatures that scuttled among dense vegetation, unaware they were founding a lineage that would become one of nature’s most extraordinary predators. Learn more about their history here

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Featured Reads for Enthusiasts: Our most popular and essential articles handpicked for mantis lovers: 

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• How can you Tell If Your Mantis Is Male or Female
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