The insect shown here is a native insect called a praying mantis. Its name comes from the way it holds its large front legs, as if praying. There are about 20 species of praying mantis native to the U ...
It was truly a Zen moment as I basked in the first warm sunshine that we’ve had after the recent spell of chilly, foggy fall mornings. Yes, it’s easy to be spoiled by our typically mild weather. I was ...
CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. A wart-biter is in the middle of devouring a grasshopper when it’s attacked by a praying mantis. As a fierce battle ensues, the wounded ...