Rhomboderella scutata, Boliver, 1889 (Mantidae: Mantinae): A new record from Sindh Pakistan

Abstract

Praying mantises belongs to Superfamily Mantodea feed on various insects and are regarded as predators. Due to their predatory nature mantises play an important role for the control of pest. Mantids are very unique and among the most easily recognized of all insects. At the present detailed surveys were conducted from several talukas of district Naushahro Feroze. Rhomboderella scutata, Boliver, 1889 is reported as new regional record for Pakistan. Additionally, photographs are provided for the first time. Finding of present study will contribute to the biodiversity of Pakistan.