Answer: mantises

AnswerCrossword Clue
MANTISESPreying "prayers"
MANTISESLittle prayers?
MANTISESThey look like they're praying while preying
MANTISESOnly insects that can turn their heads to look behind them
mantiseskind of carnivorous insect
mantisesMANTIS, a predatory insect, also MANTID