I think this is a Chinese mantis egg case and not our native. If so, should it be destroyed?
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Asked November 18, 2025, 5:43 PM EST
I think this is a Chinese mantis egg case and not our native. If so, should it be destroyed?
Montgomery CountyOhio
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This article has photos of the mantis and the egg cases. It is described as looking like a toasted marshmallow. Many people do not know that the mantis is not really a beneficial insect since it eats everything it can get its mandibles on. https://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/chinese-mantis I think this article will be useful for solving your mystery. If you need additional information please get back to us.