The 30 Most Beautiful Insects in the World
Orchid Mantis
orchid mantis on yellow flowers blooming outdoors
MUHAMMAD OTIB / EYEEMGETTY IMAGES
What it is: Hymenopus coronatus
Where it’s from: Southeast Asia
What to know: Despite their ethereal beauty, the tiny, flower-like orchid mantises are pretty bloodthirsty, using their mimicry to lure in unsuspecting pollinators, which they quickly feast upon.
orchid mantis on yellow flowers blooming outdoors
MUHAMMAD OTIB / EYEEMGETTY IMAGES
What it is: Hymenopus coronatus
Where it’s from: Southeast Asia
What to know: Despite their ethereal beauty, the tiny, flower-like orchid mantises are pretty bloodthirsty, using their mimicry to lure in unsuspecting pollinators, which they quickly feast upon.
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