Pests We Treat Photo Album: Praying Mantis Hunting for Spiders in Seaside Heights, NJ
As we were treating this home in Seaside Heights, NJ, we spotted a praying mantis underneath the porch.
Spotted This Little Fella
While treating and inspecting this home, we spotted this little fella underneath the porch!
Facts & Myths
Praying mantids are considered beneficial insects, as they prey on bothersome insects like mosquitoes, moths, crickets, and flies. The biggest myth about praying mantids is that they are illegal to eliminate. That is actually false as they are not protected by any state or federal laws.
Blending In
They are typically green or brown, but many species will take on the color of their habitat. They may mimic leaves, twigs, flowers, grass, and even other insects.
Carefully Move It
Although they aren't illegal to exterminate, we carefully moved the praying mantis to a safe location and continued treating the property for spiders.