Negro Bug vs Chinese Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Negro Bug | Chinese Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyreocoris scarabaeoides | Tenodera sinensis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Thyreocoridae | Mantidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Asia, North America (introduced) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Negro Bug
A tiny shiny black hemispherical bug that looks like a miniature beetle. It feeds on violets and strawberries.
Did You Know?
So strongly resembles a tiny beetle that it is frequently misidentified and overlooked by bug enthusiasts.
Chinese Mantis
One of the largest mantis species in North America (introduced). An ambush predator with remarkable binocular vision. Females sometimes cannibalize males after or during mating.
Did You Know?
Praying mantises are the only insects that can turn their heads 180 degrees to look over their shoulders — giving them a nearly full field of vision for hunting.