Kris Anderson
Well-known member
Species treatment for Thesprotia graminis (Scudder, 1877) completed
This particular analysis revealed some interesting reproduction behavior that has not yet been seen before with other Nearctic species. Once alighted atop the female, the male may clumsily turn in circles multiple times or restlessly reposition himself for several minutes before assuming the characteristic mounting position. During this time, females remain passive and will not demonstrate aggression. Cannibalism during mating is not indicated.
“Praying Mantises of the United States and Canada”
https://www.researchgate.net/project/Praying-Mantises-of-the-United-States-and-Canada
This particular analysis revealed some interesting reproduction behavior that has not yet been seen before with other Nearctic species. Once alighted atop the female, the male may clumsily turn in circles multiple times or restlessly reposition himself for several minutes before assuming the characteristic mounting position. During this time, females remain passive and will not demonstrate aggression. Cannibalism during mating is not indicated.
“Praying Mantises of the United States and Canada”
https://www.researchgate.net/project/Praying-Mantises-of-the-United-States-and-Canada
