How to Draw a Praying Mantis

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Praying Mantises are meat-eating insects. They do not actively hunt down their prey, however. They wait still and are almost invisible on a leaf or stem, ready to grab any passing insect. In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw a praying mantis.

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    Your drawing is done. Keep up the good work!
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