Uploaded August 2014 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Some first instar mantis nymphs mimic the appearance and movement of ants to avoid predators. Acromantis japonica is one such species. It was a real challenge to get this little guy to stay still long enough to get the closeups!

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