Pests We Treat Photo Album: Up Close & Personal with a Praying Mantis in Barnegat, NJ
While servicing a home in Barnegat, NJ I came across this little fella.
Grace me With Their Presence
As I was inspecting one of our termite bait stations, this little guy wanted to say hi to me.
Showed No Fear
To my amazement, this praying mantis showed no fear and actually postured up in defense the closer I got.
Not Harmful
Although praying mantises are voracious predators, it is highly unlikely for them to hurt a human. They have no venom, cannot sting, and do not carry any infectious diseases.
Move to a Safe Area
While being extremely cautious, I was able to safely move the praying mantis to another location that was out of the way.