<i>Tenodera andifolia</i>, Chinese Praying Mantis
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Tenodera andifolia, Chinese Praying Mantis

Tenodera andifolia, Chinese Praying Mantis

Mantids use camouflage to blend in with plants so that larger animals—as well as their prey—won't see them. With keen eyesight and forelegs specially designed for grasping, they can spot and snatch up insects that venture too close.
29° 57′ 7.658″ N 90° 3′ 58.618″ W, 14m

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