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Insects
Praying Mantis
Mantis religiosa
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 6-12 months
- Weight
- 0.005 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Praying Mantis (Mantis religiosa) is a carnivore species found in Temperate and tropical regions worldwide. It typically lives 6-12 months, weighing around 0.005 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the praying mantis: Mantises can rotate their heads 180 degrees.
Insects are the most numerous group of animals on Earth, making up over half of all known living species. Despite their small size, they play essential roles in pollination, decomposition, and the food chain.