Related Links

Insecta Inspecta World
Check out this kid-friendly site to learn the basics about mantids and what it takes to raise them successfully.

Evolution of Camoflauge
Learn about the evolution of camouflage and watch a brief video that features an incredibly well-concealed mantid.

Bugs in Cyberspace
This easy-to-use site gives information about the incredible array of mantids from around the world, along with stunning photographs.

Bibliography

Preston-Mafham, Ken. Grasshoppers and Mantids of the World. Facts on File, 1990.

Prete, Frederick R., and others. The Praying Mantids. Johns Hopkins University Press, 1999.

Schneider, Dan. "The Devil's Riding Horse: The Praying Mantis." Canadian Geographic (July/August 1997), 44.

NGS Resources

"Trick or Treat." National Geographic World (October 1991), 21.

Ross, Edward S. "Mantids, the Praying Predators." National Geographic (February 1984), 268-80.

Pitkin, John G. "Praying Mantis." National Geographic (May 1950) 685-92.