A target for birds?

To:	Robin Eckermann <>
Subject:	A target for birds?
From:	Denis Wilson <>
Date:	Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:28:14 +1100

Hi Robin

Looks like a Preying Mantid egg casing to me.
Try this site - scroll down to the bit about the eggs.
http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_mantids/index.html

Cheers

Denis Wilson

On Tue, Mar 29, 2011 at 10:03 AM, Robin Eckermann <> wrote:

In the course of a little garden pruning yesterday, I encountered several structures about the size of a walnut that I assume are cocoons. Prior to pruning, they were not especially obvious, being located a few inches inside of the plant perimeter. However, having pruned around them and left them, they are now quite visible - see picture.

I am wondering (a) what insect might have constructed these, and (b) if they are likely to be a target for any birds. Is anyone able to comment? Thanks in anticipation of any insights that anyone is able to share.

Regards ... Robin Eckermann

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