The brutal reality of praying mantis romance! Female mantids are notorious for their post-coital snacking habits—decapitating their mates after (or sometimes during) mating. It's sexual cannibalism at its finest! The males literally lose their heads for love while the females get both genetic material AND a protein-rich meal. From an evolutionary perspective, this macabre behavior actually increases reproductive success. The headless male can continue mating while the female gets nutrients for egg production. Talk about the ultimate sacrifice for genetic immortality!
A Bargain For Your Head
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