Mantis Shrimp Facts

Below are 9 amazing facts about the infamous mantis shrimp!

Most mantis shrimp species grow to about 2 to 7 inches long in their adulthood.

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The eyes of mantis shrimp are located on the long stalks that can move independently, using this exceptional eyesight to detect predators and prey alike.

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Mantis shrimp either have spears or clubs as their weapons of choice, although both are equally deadly.

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The mantis shrimp attack happens about 50 times faster than the blink of an eye. This punch has a velocity of 10 meters per second, the same power of a .22 caliber bullet.

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The species of mantis shrimps with clubs oftentimes break the glass of aquariums.

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Most species of mantis shrimps live alone or with a mate, only leaving their burrow to catch prey.

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Mantis shrimps can identify friends and neighbors through smell and by the anatomical characteristics.

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Some species of mantis shrimp are monogamous and spend up to 20 years together.

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Mantis shrimp can survive more than 20 years in the wild.

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Male mantis shrimp often emit grunts at dawn and dusk, the periods of the day when they’re most likely to be hunting for food or guarding their homes. Scientists theorize that the growls are meant to attract mates and ward off competitors.

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