🌿Native Nature

European Mantis

Mantis religiosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Mantodea ›Family: Mantidae ›Genus: Mantis

About

The European mantis or Mantis religiosa is a large hemimetabolic insect in the family of the Mantidae (‘mantids’), which is the largest family of the order Mantodea (mantises). Their common name praying mantis is derived from the distinctive posture of the first pair of legs that can be observed in animals in repose. It resembles a praying attitude. Both males and females have elongated bodies with two pair of wings. The most striking features that all...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Mantis?
The scientific name of European Mantis is Mantis religiosa.
What kingdom does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the order Mantodea.
What family does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the family Mantidae.
What genus does European Mantis belong to?
European Mantis belongs to the genus Mantis.