8M views · 42K reactions | #prayingmantis #mantis #entomology #insect #insects #insectfacts #bugslife #wildlifefacts #naturelovers #naturefacts Known for their predatory prowess and a mating ritual that defies logic, praying mantises turn romance into a gruesome affair. From their sexual cannibalism to their ability to mate without a head, the life story of these insects is a fascinating tale of survival and adaptation. | Critters On Demand | Facebook

Praying Mantis: Predators of the Insect World Praying Mantis is a formidable predator of the insect world. They are ambush hunters and sit motionless with their forelimbs held together in a posture that appears to make them look as if they are praying in human-fashion. However, when a creature comes in striking distance, the forelimbs are stretched at a lighting speed to catch the prey. The inside edge of the forelimbs is serrated making it impossible for the prey to escape while the alien-like