Praying Mantis FactsThe Praying Mantis is a predatory insect with nearly 2,000 species around the world. According to many experts, the mantis is closely related to cockroaches. Other relatives commonly sited are stick insects and grasshoppers. The adult praying mantis ranges in size from a centimeter to several inches in length. They feed upon many pest insects and are, therefore, beneficial garden residents. |