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Mantis shrimp
Mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) crawling on the seabed. Despite its name this is neither a mantis or a shrimp, instead being a crustacean only distantly related to the true shrimps. It is an active predator, and uses its club-like front limbs to kill prey. It mainly feeds on crabs and molluscs, breaking open their shells with blows from these clubs. A mantis shrimp strike is one of the fastest animal movements in the world, with a force similar to that of a low-calibre bullet. The eyes of the mantis shrimp are the most complex in the world, containing as many as 16 different types of photoreceptor (compared to four in humans). Photographed in Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
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Colourful Crustacean Indonesia Lembeh Strait Mantis Shrimp North Sulawesi Sea Bed Smasher
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Discover the wonders of the deep sea with our captivating range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This stunning design features a Mantis Shrimp, also known as the Peacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus), captured in its natural habitat by the expert photographers at Science Photo Library. With vibrant colors and intricate patterns, this enchanting crustacean is a true marvel of the ocean. Add a touch of underwater magic to your messages with our Mantis Shrimp greeting card. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day, this unique design is sure to leave a lasting impression."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the remarkable Mantis shrimp, known scientifically as Odontodactylus scyllarus, gracefully crawling on the vibrant seabed. Despite its name, this fascinating creature is neither a mantis nor a shrimp but rather a crustacean distantly related to true shrimps. Renowned for its active predatory nature, the Mantis shrimp employs its club-like front limbs with deadly precision when hunting prey. Its preferred diet consists of crabs and molluscs, which it skillfully breaks open using powerful blows from these clubs. In fact, the force generated by a mantis shrimp strike is comparable to that of a low-calibre bullet, making it one of the fastest animal movements ever recorded. What truly sets this species apart are its mesmerizing eyes - considered the most complex in existence. With an astonishing array of up to 16 different types of photoreceptors (compared to our mere four), these eyes grant the Mantis shrimp unparalleled visual acuity and perception underwater. Captured in Lembeh Strait located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia – renowned for its rich marine biodiversity – this photograph beautifully encapsulates both the colorful fauna and intriguing zoology found beneath our oceans' surface. It serves as a testament to the wonders of marine biology while highlighting the unique characteristics and behaviors exhibited by these incredible creatures.
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