While walking around Hawkins Preserve in Cortez on a recent morning, I happened upon an insect that is letting itself be seen more this time of year. I managed to carefully scoop her (or him) up in my ...

A hefty price tag generally comes with the privilege of owning exotic pets. Many do not mind, however, as they enjoy the ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Animals. Followed categories will be added to My News. For decades, humans believed the orchid mantis was hiding within the petals of these orchids, fleeing from ...

This praying mantis shows it's up for a laugh - as it tickles a toad's belly. The playful insect approaches the toad, which is lying on its back, and gives it a tummy rub using its tiny legs. The ...

CHRISTMAS trees may regularly be adorned with praying angels. But one couple got the ‘fright of their lives’ when they found their artificial tree came with a mummified praying mantis. Tatianna Scott, ...

Hold that pose! These famous insects are more than meets the eye. Delve into these fun facts about the praying mantis.