Praying for prey

Another praying mantis to be relocated outside.

I recently saw something online about this interesting insect, and they spelled it “preying mantis”. Oh no, I thought, have I been wrong all these years? They are kinda scary, like they’re ready to prey on you.

A little searching brought me orthographic relief, however … it is indeed praying mantis. Those front legs are often clasped as if in prayer, although maybe they’re really saying grace before their next meal.


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