Wahlberg's Velvet Mantis vs Scarlet Percher
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wahlberg's Velvet Mantis | Scarlet Percher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ameles decolor | Diplacodes haematodes |
| Order | Mantodea | Odonata |
| Family | Mantidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 20-30mm | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 5-6 cm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wahlberg's Velvet Mantis
A small ground-dwelling mantis from the Mediterranean. Females are wingless and brachypterous while males fly readily.
Did You Know?
One of the few European mantis species where the female has completely lost the ability to fly.
Scarlet Percher
A brilliant scarlet-red dragonfly found across northern and inland Australia. Males are among the most vividly colored dragonflies on the continent.
Did You Know?
It is a nomadic species that rapidly colonizes temporary pools formed after heavy rain in arid regions.