Caught at Ft. Leonard Wood MWR close to bank. Had been experiencing lots of rain in the days prior.
Caught at 0933
16.25" 2lbs
Found on the stem of a (non-native) hydrangea in very early spring. Recognized as Chinese mantis before deciding to cut ootheca open. Very interested to see cross-sections inside. Many deep freezes this winter (e.g., down to 6 degrees F several times), and young obviously not alive inside. (Pictures get a little gruesome toward the end.)
Ootheca could easily be rotated 360 degrees around stem.
Went to Sam Houston Trail Park right before the NTMN board meeting.
Since these birds weren't white enough, they weren't allowed on the island either. Geez!!!
Large black butterfly with yellow spots on tails, yellow bar across the forewings with yellow on hindwings.
21 Oct 2015.
Warminster Community Park, Bucks Co, PA.