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πŸ™ Mantises

Texas Unicorn Mantis

Phyllovates chlorophaea

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A medium-sized green mantis with a distinctive horn-like process on its head. It is found in the southern United States and Central America. The head horn is thought to enhance camouflage among plant buds.

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Its horn resembles a plant bud, allowing it to blend in among developing flower heads while waiting for prey.