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πŸ™ Mantises

Praying Mantis

Mantis religiosa

About

The original praying mantis, named for the prayer-like position of its folded forelegs. A formidable predator with stereoscopic vision and lightning-fast strikes taking just 50-70 milliseconds.

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Did You Know?

A praying mantis strike takes just 50-70 milliseconds β€” faster than the blink of a human eye. They are the only insects that can see in 3D, using a unique form of stereo vision.