A farm owner in South Africa was taken aback when something flower-like moved on a bush in her garden. Margaret Neville discovered a fascinating insect on a lavender bush that was like nothing she had ...

Even small backyard encounters can come with clear boundaries. The praying mantis stands on a surface with its front legs raised and held out. "One of my young boys found a praying mantis. Every bug ...

The praying mantis got its name from the Greek word mantikos, which means soothsayer or prophet. This name was given to them because of the unique way this insect rests with its forelegs clasped ...