sixpenceee:Idolomantis diabolica, commonly known as the Devil’s Flower Mantis is one of
sixpenceee: Idolomantis diabolica, commonly known as the Devil’s Flower Mantis is one of the largest species of praying mantis, possibly the largest that mimics flowers. This species is known most for is its deimatic display. Deimatic display is the name for any pattern of threatening or startling behavior in order to scare off or momentarily distract a predator. The Devils Flower Mantis shows a deimatic display not often seen in other species. It will raise its front legs and tilt them outward. This exposes the area on the inside of the legs. This area is very wide and brightly colored in red, white, blue and black. The mantis will move its body and arms left and right to confuse and/or scare its predator. Adult Idolomantis diabolica mantises will also open up their wings to appear larger. (Source) -- source link