He spends his life waiting
on insects that come within reach.
Then plunge lightning fast without screwing
on his prey to slaughter him ruthlessly.

Even cannibalism occurs regularly
where the female the male is the head
bites off during mating, oh what a noose.
The reproductive behavior is sometimes cruel.

The generic name 'Mantis' is descended
of the Greek word for prophet.
His strong front legs used as a magic wand.

As in worship folded in front of itself.
That completes his disguise.
But can you trust him?


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