Not all mantis shrimp boast these spectacular colors. Zebra mantis shrimp—the largest of all the species—are named for their cream and brown stripes, while Red Sea mantis shrimp are beige with ...

In humans, this triggers a fight or flight response, but other animals choose unique third options. Squids and octopus may ...

Praying mantises are always interesting to find in nature, but did you know that you can keep them as pets? With over 2,400 species worldwide, it’s no wonder that there are a few that do well ...

A new-to-science species of praying mantis found in Iran has been named as a symbol of universal freedom. Sinaiella azadi was ...

Iranian researcher Mahmood Kolnegari has described a new praying mantis species in central Iran, naming it Sinaiella azadi (“freedom” in Persian) to symbolize the importance of scientific ...