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How do mantis shrimp kill their prey?

Question #150440. Asked by BigTriviaDawg.
Last updated Jan 08 2024.
Originally posted Jan 08 2024 9:13 PM.

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There are two very descriptive words for the hunting that these animals do: spearing and smashing.

With calcified forelimbs, smashing mantis shrimp can deliver powerful strikes to predators and prey.

On the other hand, spearing mantis shrimp use their sharp forelimbs to pierce predators and prey.

link https://www.barrierreef.org/the-reef/animals/mantis-shrimp
Response last updated by psnz on Jan 08 2024.
Jan 08 2024, 9:15 PM
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