The Praying Mantis Is The Only Insect That Can Turn Its Head A Full 180 Degrees
They have triangular heads with bulging eyes supported on flexible necks. To aid in their efficiency as predators, they can turn their heads 180 degrees, helping them spot their next meal. They are the only insect that can do that. Unbelievably, their excellent eyesight allows them to detect movement up to 60 feet away. The praying mantis has an elongated body and will range in size from 3 to 6 inches long.
The adult praying mantis will live in the wild about one year. Our winter climate is too harsh for these insects to overwinter, thus it is important for them to reproduce for the next year. The adult females will lay eggs in the fall after mating with adult males. It is not a fable that the female will sometimes cannibalize the male after mating.
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