Consequence of global warming: Praying mantis spreading – over 15,000 sightings
Well camouflaged and lightning-fast: Why the praying mantis is now a common sight in many places and what makes it so special.
The European Mantis (Mantis religiosa) has rapidly spread in Germany, with over 15,000 sightings reported on the Nature Conservation Association's (Nabu) online portal since early July. This is significantly more than the total number of reports for the entire previous year. The insect, known for its unusual mating behavior, has been spotted in many areas, including along the Rhine River and in Berlin, where it can be found on vacant lots, rubble areas, and sunny road edges.
Nabu expert Helge May attributes the spread to warmer temperatures caused by climate change, which allows the female mantis's egg packets to develop.
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