Many animals can be adequately described by their namesake. The name Trans-Pecos Ratsnake tells one where that species can be observed. The name Eastern Bluebird tells one the color of the bird. The ...

A new praying mantis has been identified, and like Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, it has a fondness for prominent neckwear. "This species description of Ilomantis ginsburgae is novel since ...

Properly known as the European mantis (Mantis religiosa), the praying mantis takes its common and species name from the resting posture of the insects’ large front-most, or “raptorial” legs. The green ...

If You See a Praying Mantis, Here’s the Spiritual Significance of Them Appearing in Your Life originally appeared on Parade. Wondering about the spiritual meaning of the praying mantis is ...

In the garden, insects are both friend and foe. We are not fond of spider mites because they suck the life out of junipers and spruce. Japanese beetles are among the worst offenders because the grub ...

Mantis religiosa, the green praying mantis you sometimes see in your backyard, is just one of the approximately 2400 species of mantises. These insects come in an amazing variety of sizes, shapes, and ...

These might be the most stylish bugs around. Scientists made praying mantises wear tiny 3D glasses to test if the insects have strereopsis, or 3D vision. While these insects won't be watching the new ...

Q: Is it normal to find a young mantis this late in the year? I saw a green one by my front door recently. A: Since mantids matured into adulthood a few weeks ago, I would say no, but I think you saw ...

“I have no desire to kill one but the subject has come up several times with a neighbor and he insists there’s a law protecting them. I disagree.” If you made a bet, you win. The rumor that praying ...