Is it a stunning pink orchid in bloom or a cunning predator lying in wait? The orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) may look like a flower, but it’s actually an insect! It’s one of the most beautiful ...

The Cincinnati Zoo said raising the orchid mantises was “an incredibly unique challenge,” due to their behavioral considerations and dietary needs. Screen grab from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical ...

In a study published in Current Biology, researchers from the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, together with their collaborators, revealed a ...

These killer insects are almost indistinguishable from orchids! Many creatures wear disguises in order to keep safe from predators, but there are some that dress to kill. Orchid mantises are one of ...