Pine Bark Longhorn vs Bordered Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Bark Longhorn | Bordered Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Asemum striatum | Stagmatoptera biocellata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 10-20 mm | 60-80mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Siberia, Japan | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pine Bark Longhorn
A flat, dark grey-brown spondylidine beetle with longitudinal ridges on the elytra. Common in conifer forests across the Northern Hemisphere, it breeds under the bark of dead pines. Adults are nocturnal and hide under bark by day.
Did You Know?
Adults occasionally emerge from structural pine timber in buildings, sometimes years after the wood was milled.
Bordered Mantis
A large green mantis with two prominent dark eyespots on the inner surfaces of its forelegs. It uses these spots in its threat display by spreading its legs wide. It is common in South American forests.
Did You Know?
The twin eyespots on its forelegs create the illusion of a face with two large eyes when displayed to predators.