Peacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus)

Peacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus)

Comparison drawing of the Peacock Mantis Shrimp compared to other crustaceans
Description
Description

If you are looking for a colorful shrimp for your aquarium, then seek the Peacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) of the family Odontodactylidae beneath the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific Ocean. They are also called Clown Mantis Shrimp, Harlequin Mantis Shrimp, Rainbow Mantis Shrimp, and Painted Mantis Shrimp and hold the record of the fastest punch among living creatures. They possess very complex eyes and are active hunters with males being more colorful than females. The name comes from the brilliant colors of green, oranges, and blue on the male’s shells, though both sexes have orange legs and a leopard-like spot on their carapace.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Peacock Mantis Shrimp has an overall length between 2”-7” (5.1-17.8 cm), body width of .5”-2” (1.3-5 cm), body height of .3”-1” (.8-2.5 cm), and weight between .4-3.2 oz (12-90 g). The typical lifespan of the Peacock Mantis Shrimp is between 4-6 years.

Set of scaled top and elevation drawings of the Peacock Mantis Shrimp
Set of scaled top and elevation drawings of the Peacock Mantis Shrimp
Group of outline illustrations of the Peacock Mantis Shrimp in various views
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
.3”-1” | .8-2.5 cm
Width:
.5”-2” | 1.3-5 cm
Depth:
Length:
2”-7” | 5.1-17.8 cm
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Weight:
.4-3.2 oz | 12-90 g
Area:
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Scientific Name:
Odontodactylus scyllarus
Lifespan:
4-6 years

Drawings include:

Peacock Mantis Shrimp top view, side

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