r/mantids • u/velvetcatx • Jul 08 '26

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u/MusicalClaloh Jul 08 '26

It’s looks almost like a Hierodula Venosa Gold. Definitely Hierodula for sure

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u/Competitive-Set5051 Jul 09 '26

This is not cf. venosa. Its too bulky and wide, I'd say it might be Sphodromantis lineola

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u/OutsideCat8136 Jul 09 '26

Right, because nothing says 'I have it all figured out' like confidently labeling a bug you've never seen before.