Beetles Trying to Mate...Mantis Nymph is Hungry

Beetle romance is rudely interrupted. Mantids show no mercy. "Until you die...it's all life." -Kurt Vonnegut
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[@ratfish1000]

Nice video 👍

[@KoawNature]

Appreciate that ratfish1000! Also thanks for mentioning the Bobby Garland soft plastics on KNFS. I picked up a couple packs and have been having some fun with 'em. I'm going to mention them in the next production I'm doing on the drop shot for common sunfishes and mention you suggested 'em. Cheers!

[@barbarazaczek4398]

I jumped when the mantis pounced. This is great!

[@KoawNature]

Thanks! And I can understand the jump...good suspense there.

[@sarahlarson8226]

Wow! Fabulous footage. I was impressed that you caught the stalking so closely and the moment when the Nymph turns its head and seems to look you in the eye.

[@KoawNature]

Thanks Sarah! Yeah, it was a bit creepy when the nymph just stared down the camera.