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Chinese mantis (Tenodera sinen)
| Scientific Classification | |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Mantodea |
| Family: | Mantidae |
| Species: | Tenodera sinen |
| Common: | Chinese mantis |
The Chinese mantis originates from China but were introduced into North America in the 18th century as pest control. It is the largest mantis species in North America.
Identification
Adults
Adult Chinese mantises long and slender with different shades of brown. They have a green lateral line down its front wings.
Gallery
Chinese mantis
Groveland, California (2010)
Related Page Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia (animals)Class: Insecta (insects)Order: Mantodea (mantises)Family: Mantidae (mantids)Chinese mantis (Tenodera sinen)