Is it a stunning pink orchid in bloom or a cunning predator lying in wait? The orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) may look like a flower, but it’s actually an insect! It’s one of the most beautiful ...

The orchid mantis, which is believed to camouflage as flowers to attract its prey, does not actually mimic any flower. Smaller insects are normally attracted to the orchid mantis because of its ...

The Cincinnati Zoo said raising the orchid mantises was “an incredibly unique challenge,” due to their behavioral considerations and dietary needs. Screen grab from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical ...

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Discover a list of insects that look like a flower, from the Orchid Praying Mantis to the Camouflaged Looper. Explore how ...

Can you see it? It's there, right in front of you. This video shows the moment an orchid mantis strikes with deadly precision. Its prey, an unaware grasshopper, doesn't have a chance. Little does it ...

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The cunning and devious behaviour of the orchid mantis, as it lies in wait for its prey, has been caught on camera. The mantis uses the lilac leaves of the flower as camouflage, while it remains ...

Pretty tricky A praying mantis that disguises itself as an orchid to catch prey has been shown to be more attractive to pollinators than real flowers, a new study shows. The findings are published in ...

Pretty tricky A praying mantis that disguises itself as an orchid to catch prey has been shown to be more attractive to pollinators than real flowers, a new study shows. The findings are published in ...