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Biology

The Biomechanics of High-Speed Predation in Mantis Shrimp

Quick fact

The peacock mantis shrimp's strike is so fast that it boils the water around it, creating a flash of light (sonoluminescence) and a shockwave that can stun or even kill prey without direct contact.

Why this is interesting

Imagine being able to punch faster than a bullet train accelerates—mantis shrimp do exactly that underwater. But how can a small crustacean generate such explosive force?