Nestled in downtown Kokomo stands a lime-green guardian that’s become the unofficial mascot of this central Indiana city – a 17-foot praying mantis that stops traffic and starts conversations. You ...

Female praying mantises are notorious for eating their mates during or after sex. Now, scientists have discovered a dwarf mantis species in which males avoid this fate with an elaborate dance ...

Orchid Mantises in Southeast Asia attract more pollinators than real orchids. Camouflaged Loopers in North America use flower petals as camouflage. Pink Katydids use their color to blend with pink ...

A fascinating close-up of a praying mantis as it patiently waits, blending perfectly with its surroundings. This tiny ...

Never harm a praying mantis, you could get in big trouble.” But is that really the law… or just playground mythology?

Worshippers and Catholic leaders claim St. Susanna’s Parish, well-known for their controversial nativity scene demonstration, had Dedham Police move their prayer off church property. Those reciting ...