For decades, scientists assumed the orchid mantis mimicked the orchid flower as a form of camouflage to protect itself from prey. Turns out that wasn't quite the case. Superstar/Shutterstock ...

This kind of mantis has a fascinating behavior known as "flower mimicry," where it holds ... What a majestic little critter! See also: Praying Mantis devours locust in time-lapse The post See ...

Praying mantises prey on various garden pests and ... Hoverflies, also known as flower flies, are important pollinators and ...

As its name suggests, the orchid mantis looks like a beautiful flower for its colors and shape. But make no mistake about it, the insect characterized by its inverted triangle-shaped face and ...

Turns out, they don't use camouflage at all. In fact, insects were attracted to the orchid mantises more than any flower petals. The insects were already beelining toward them without the need for ...

Turns out, they don't use camouflage at all. In fact, insects were attracted to the orchid mantises more than any flower petals. The insects were already beelining toward them without the need for ...