Hierodula

Hierodula[1] is a genus of praying mantids in the tribe Paramantini, 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,[2] H. membranacea and H. patellifera;[3] however this has been considered a 'catch all' genus and is currently subject to review.

Hierodula
unidentified Hierodula species
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Mantodea
Family: Mantidae
Tribe: Hierodulini
Genus: Hierodula
Burmeister, 1838
Species

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Species
H. vitrea in the Saint Petersburg Zoological Museum
Hierodula trancaucasica
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See also
  • List of mantis species and genera

References
  1. Burmeister KHK (1838) Handb. Ent., Burm. 2: 536.
  2. Giant Asian Mantis
  3. Mantis (Hierodula patellifera) Family Mantidae.
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