Painted Mantis Shrimp
Odontodactylus scyllarus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Odontodactylus scyllarus
Other names
Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Harlequin Mantis Shrimp, Clown Mantis Shrimp, Rainbow Mantis Shrimp
Size
Up to 18 cm (7.1 in)
Weight
Under .10 kg (.22 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters burrowing in sandy & rubble areas next to coral reefs
Depth Range
3 - 40 m (10 - 131 ft)
