The Silent Invasion: Europe's Wildlife Under Siege from Asian Mantises The rise of invasive species poses a significant threat to European ecosystems, with two Asian mantis species – Hierodula tenuidentata and Hierodula patellifera – making a notable impact.
Designated as Invasive Alien Species by the Journal of Orthoptera Research, these predators are spreading rapidly across the continent due to climate change and human activity.
Hierodula tenuidentata is particularly notable for its reproductive prowess, producing up to 200 young per egg case – nearly twice as many as its native European counterpart.