MR. MANTIS

FOR BUG LOVERS ONLY!
MR. MANTIS revisited

(click above for video of Doug's praying mantis)
 

IF YOU'RE THE SLIGHTEST BIT squeamish regarding bugs - especially BIG bugs, do not click on the above image!

I'd received an email today from a friend who sent me a picture of a praying mantis she'd photographed at work. That reminded me of my encounter with Mr. Mantis back in 2012. I'd grabbed my camera and took a short video of this fascinating, inquisitive and surprisingly gentle creature.

I think I may have featured this clip several years ago; but for those who might of missed it (and aren't freaked out by creeping-looking critters,) here's Mr. Mantis revisited.