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No. It is not illegal to keep, kill, touch, collect, or in any way harm a praying mantis in the United States. They are not endangered, nor are they even that rare in most areas. In fact, the Praying mantis found in much of the United States is actually an invasive species from Europe introduced in 1899. There is a common Old Wives Tale that the praying mantis is protected and cannot be killed, but this is not true. The only occasion in which it would be illegal to catch or kill a mantis is in a Narional Park or other protected land where all the wildlife is protected. For further information, consult the Snopes page on praying mantises.
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Which states state insect is the praying mantis?
Connecticut has the praying mantis for the state insect -- By I Know Your Answers
Which state is the mantis state?
The European praying mantis is the official state insect of Connecticut.
Which state is state bug praying mantis?
Connecticut
What is Connecticut's state insect?
It is the Praying Mantis.
What is the state bug of Connecticut?
Praying Mantis
Is it illegal to kill a praying mantis in Maryland?
No. It is not illegal to keep, kill, touch, collect, or in any way harm a praying mantis in the United States. They are not endangered, nor are they even that rare in most areas. In fact, the Praying mantis found in much of the United States is actually an invasive species from Europe introduced in 1899. There is a common Old Wives Tale that the praying mantis is protected and cannot be killed, but this is not true. The only occasion in which it would be illegal to catch or kill a mantis is in a Narional Park or other protected land where all the wildlife is protected. For further information, consult the Snopes page on praying mantises.
How did the praying mantis become Connecticut's state bug?
The praying mantis was designated as Connecticut's state bug in 1977 due to its ecological importance and unique characteristics. This decision was influenced by the efforts of schoolchildren who advocated for its recognition, highlighting the insect's role in controlling pest populations. The praying mantis is also notable for its distinctive appearance and behavior, making it a fascinating subject for educational purposes.
Do praying mantis live in Washington State?
Yep! There's one in my backyard right now lol
How do you kill mantis?
stomp on them, make a insect fight against the mantis. Mantis only kills manily INSECTS that are small and against a human i mean come on... you think a praying mantis would just become as big as a empire state building? that would be scary!
Is it illegal to own a sawed off shot gun in the state of Pennsylvania?
yes it is illegal to own a sawed off shot gun in pennsylvania...as far as i know its illegal in every state of the US
Is it illegal for children to sleep with parents in the State of Pennsylvania?
No it is not.
Are hedgehogs legal to keep in philladelphia?
No, they are illegal in the whole state of Pennsylvania.
