Insects such as the praying mantis can lay eggs in Christmas trees. When brought indoors and warmed, the eggs can hatch, ...

A praying mantis is a fascinating insect. These mantises, part of the mantid family, are often utilized for their carnivorous ...

Have a story to tell? See our guidelines at tgam.ca/essayguide. The praying mantis arrived in early September, landing on a stalk of a pitcher plant that was set out on the deck behind our house.

Praying mantises have mastered the art of how not to be seen. Their camouflage has both defensive and offensive applications – it helps them avoid being preyed upon, and it also helps them sneak up on ...