This species is native to Asia, but it is also common in North America, where it was accidentally introduced in the late 19th century. The mantis feeds primarily on other insects, though large adult females sometimes prey on small vertebrates.

 

		5523 Chinese Mantis (Tenodera sinensis)* Huffs Island Ontario, Canada Copyright © Michael Patrikeev All Rights Reserved
* photographed outside of its native range
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