In early summer, plants strive to blossom. The luxuriant woodland brims with life force. In the midst of the flowers lurks one of the top insect predators. This banded flower mantis is gearing up for a hunt. Watch this episode to see its lucky prey of the day.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Northern Guangdong Woodland Series

Northern Guangdong Province is located in the Nanling Mountains, an important mountain range and watershed in the south of central China. With dense forests, it is one of the areas with the richest biodiversity in southern China. Beneath the thick forest there lies a paradise for many creatures that you may not often see. There are many mysterious stories behind these species waiting for you to uncover.

Source: CGTN
Editor: Lyu Yun