10,746 observations
Transcaucasian Giant Mantis
Hierodula transcaucasica
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Mantodea ›Family: Mantidae ›Genus: Hierodula
About
Hierodula is a genus of praying mantises found throughout Asia. Many species are referred to by the common name giant Asian mantis because of their large size compared to other mantids. Their large size and vibrant coloration make Hierodula mantids popular in the pet trade. Some widespread species include H. grandis, H. membranacea, and H. patellifera.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Transcaucasian Giant Mantis is Hierodula transcaucasica.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the class Insecta.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the order Mantodea.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the family Mantidae.
- Transcaucasian Giant Mantis belongs to the genus Hierodula.