Despite their name, mantis shrimp are not true shrimp but a type of stomatopod: a relative of crabs and lobsters that has been on Earth for over 400 million years. There are more than 400 different ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. At first glance, the mantis shrimp is an unassuming ...

In the colourful world beneath the waves, one small creature stands out for its sheer strength and speed. The peacock mantis shrimp is often compared to heavyweight boxers, earning the nickname “Mike ...