One of the most amazing things about living in Spain for me, were all the mantises. Even though we weren’t near much foliage for the first year, I managed to buy a plant from the garden center which had not one baby mantis in it, but two! You can read about that little episode here – Bobby M the wild pet Mantis

But once we moved inland a bit and into the mountains, they were in abundance. I think I photographed about 3 or 4 different types and colouring, so will do a post for each as they are such awesome creatures and deserve a post each.

This one walked right through the garden one day, taking his time. They are very curious mostly.

They let me get up quite close and their photoshoots, which is lucky for me because I get so excited I usually scare things away.

They really are an epic display of nature.

(c) K Wicks