African ("Praying") Mantis - 6 pics

[quester]

This is one of the good guys.
One of the good things about the PX is that you can hold a monster in one hand, and take a photo of it with the other.

 

[Gab]

Wow what shots Joe... in any case if you don't mind... I still prefer to have ONLY the PX in the hand....

 

[Genster]

Wow, fantastic (but scary) Peter

 

[Marana]

What smooth, creamy color as well, very beautiful.

 

[Athena]

These are gorgeous! We have the Praying Mantis here also. I love this insect, though I wouldn't hold it...My favourite is the fourth pic - it just looks so cute in your hand, looking and reaching towards the camera .

 

[quester]

Thank you all!
Gab, no need to be afraid, these are completely harmless! I'm pretty sure that also in the warmer parts of Italy these can be found...