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Khao Sok The turtle bridge

Name: Khao Sok The turtle bridge
Address: สุราษฎร์-ตะกั่วป่า, Phanom, 84250, TH
Telephone: +66950159015

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30/05/2026

Morning Safari: Insects Inhabiting Khao Sok National

29/05/2026

Wildlife in the rainy season. Lan Lake, Khao Sok National Park

30/04/2026

King cobra of Khao Sok rainforest, , Thailand.

30/04/2026

3 days, 2 nights with family from the Netherlands.
One day khao sok trip, wild life spotting lake tour.
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23/03/2026

World Bear Day March 23rd.
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18/03/2026

Thank you. I’m truly happy that I could help you feel closer to your father again during your trip. If you ever come back to Thailand, you and your family will always be welcome. Wishing you and your family good health.

16/03/2026

That is a fascinating find! This is a Bark Mantis (likely from the genus Gyromantis or Metallyticus depending on your location, though Gyromantis is the most common "flat" bark mantis).
Unlike the long, green praying mantids most people are used to, these are specialized masters of disguise.
What Makes Them Unique?
Camouflage: Their bodies are incredibly flat (dorsoventrally compressed) and colored to mimic lichen, moss, or tree bark. This allows them to hug a tree trunk so tightly they almost disappear.
Hunting Style: While most mantids sit and wait, many bark mantis species are active hunters. They are surprisingly fast and will chase down small insects on the surface of the bark.
Defense: Instead of flying away immediately, their first instinct is often to scuttle to the "dark side" of a tree trunk, much like a squirrel or a huntsman spider.
Key Features in Your Photo
The Raptorial Legs: You can see those thick, spiny front legs tucked up near the head. They function like spring-loaded traps for unsuspecting prey.
Broad Pronotum: The "shield" area behind the head is quite wide in this species, which helps break up its silhouette against a flat surface.
Wing Venation: The intricate patterns on the wings perfectly mimic the texture of dried leaves or bark flakes.
Where did you spot this little master of stealth? Knowing the general region (like Australia, Southeast Asia, etc.) can help pinpoint the exact species.