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 <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
 line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:14.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:
 &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;
 mso-ansi-language:EN-US">Stagmomantis californica<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:14.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:
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 mso-ansi-language:EN-US">, commonly known as the California mantis, is a
 striking insect native to North America. This species typically exhibits a
 green or brown coloration, which helps it blend seamlessly into its
 natural surroundings, such as foliage and grasses. Adults can reach
 lengths of 3 to 4 inches, featuring a triangular head with large, bulging
 compound eyes that provide excellent vision.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
 line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:14.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:
 &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;
 mso-ansi-language:EN-US">The California mantis is characterized by its
 elongated thorax, which gives it a distinctive “neck,” enhancing its
 ability to pivot and scan for prey. Its forelegs are equipped with spines
 and are adapted for grasping, allowing it to capture insects efficiently.
 Males and females can be distinguished by size, with females being larger
 and often more robust.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
 line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:14.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:
 &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;
 mso-ansi-language:EN-US">This mantis species is known for its predatory
 behavior, primarily feeding on a variety of insects, making it beneficial
 for controlling pest populations in gardens and agricultural settings.
 California mantises are also notable for their interesting mating
 behaviors, which can include sexual cannibalism, where the female may
 consume the male after or during mating.<o:p></o:p></li>
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