Iris

Saussure, 1869

mantis

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Iris is a of praying mantises in the . These mantises are part of the diverse mantodean radiation that includes many specialized desert-dwelling . The genus is classified within the Iridinae and tribe Iridini, reflecting its phylogenetic placement among the "ground mantises" adapted to arid environments.

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How to pronounce Iris: /ˈaɪ.rɪs/

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