Least Concern
Mantis Shrimp
Stomatopoda
A colorful marine crustacean famous for incredibly fast and powerful strikes.
Category
Invertebrate
Habitat
Ocean
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
3–20 years depending on species
Size
Body length 2–38 cm depending on species
Scientific Name
Stomatopoda
About Mantis Shrimp
A colorful marine crustacean famous for incredibly fast and powerful strikes.
It belongs to the Invertebrate group and is commonly associated with ocean habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of 3–20 years depending on species, a size of Body length 2–38 cm depending on species, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Some mantis shrimp can punch hard enough to crack shells and even aquarium glass.
Where Mantis Shrimp Lives
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Great Barrier Reef
, Australia
Indonesian reefs
, Indonesia