A praying mantis is remarkably strong for its size, especially in its front legs, which are muscular and equipped with sharp spines. These front legs allow it to grasp and subdue prey much larger than itself with lightning-fast strikes completed in milliseconds. The mantis uses a combination of speed, precision, and leverage rather than raw lifting power, enabling it to overpower various insects and even small animals like birds or frogs. Their strength is also complemented by camouflage and ambush tactics, making them highly efficient hunters. Although not strong in terms of lifting heavy weights like some insects such as ants, the praying mantis' predatory strength is demonstrated in its ability to capture and hold onto prey securely while striking quickly and accurately.