A devil in the meadows?

Conehead mantis: It has the frail appearance of the stick insect, the arms of a praying mantis and the head of a science fiction monster. If you are lucky enough, you can find it in dry, sunny places like garrigues. Empusa pennata is the name of its species. This harmless insect has a terrifying appearance. When it is positioned, it looks like a dangerous and insatiable predator. In fact, our insect can remain without eating for several weeks and a small fly is enough to satisfy it.