Mantis shrimp are marine crustaceans that reach 30 centimetres in length and in rare cases have been recorded at up to 38 cm. The carapace of mantis shrimp covers only the rear part of the head and the first four segments of the thorax.
Mantis shrimp appear in a variety of colours, from shades of browns to
bright neon colours.
Although they are common animals and among the most
important predators in many shallow, tropical and sub-tropical marine habitats, they are poorly understood as many species spend most of their life tucked away in burrows and holes. This one was spotted by the dive guide and 'enticed' out of its hideout.
Check out this funny video for some facts (and fiction!) about the Mantis Shrimp:
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