Annabelle the Huge Praying Mantis
She's kind of cute even though she is one Big bug.
Towering over the Chadwick Arboretum on the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio, Annabelle the praying mantis will grab your attention. Displayed in an OSU garden for the study of phenology, this sculpture is most impressive, and fun.
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8 Comments
Post a CommentI did not know what phenology was until now. Thanks, Major!
WOW! This is very cool. I have lots of Annabelles in my yard. When I was a girl, I had a large one that would eat small bits of raw bacon along with meal worms. I don't see really big mantids very often these days.
Good picture and wierd looking bug.;)
I love the ladybugs!
I'm not much for bugs, but you're right - she is kinda cute. :)
Got my bug learnin' for the day, Major. Thanks!
Great pics.
I'm sure glad this beauty isn't alive!