Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis

Black bark mantis or Boxing mantis at Tennent, ACT

Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis at Tennent, ACT - 30 Dec 2024
Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis at Tennent, ACT - 30 Dec 2024
Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis at Tennent, ACT - 30 Dec 2024
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Identification history

Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis 30 Dec 2024 MichaelMulvaney
Archimantis sp. (genus) 5 Apr 2024 CarbonAI
Paraoxypilus tasmaniensis 5 Apr 2024 GG
Unidentified 5 Apr 2024 GG

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Sighted along Smokers Trail at north end of Orroral valley.

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GG wrote:
   30 Dec 2024
Location updated. Photo was extracted from video and original location was corrupted.
GG wrote:
   30 Dec 2024
Two more photos added showing front leg extensions and eggs in leaf.

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  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender
  • Eggs Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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