Hierodula grandis

Hierodula grandis, common name giant Asian mantis, is a species of praying mantis native to the region around the Bay of Bengal in southern Asia.

Giant Asian mantis
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H. grandis
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Hierodula grandis

It is found in Northeast India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is a large mantis which grows up to 6 inches long and is capable of eating small birds, reptiles and mammals.[1]

References

  1. Giant Asian Mantis


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