Insights from probing the shock-absorbing layer within the crustacean’s club-like claw could inspire the design of tough new ...

“The periodic region plays a crucial role in selectively filtering out high-frequency shear waves, which are particularly ...

The mantis shrimp, a small marine crustacean, is one of nature’s most fascinating creatures due to its extraordinary vision ...

Animals don’t see the world the way humans do. Some detect ultraviolet light, others sense heat, and some even see polarized light. From snakes to mantis shrimp, find out how animals experience ...

A mantis shrimp's punch creates high-energy waves. Its exoskeleton is designed to absorb that energy, preventing cracking and tissue damage.

Known for their powerful punch, mantis shrimp can smash a shell with the force of a .22 caliber bullet. Yet, amazingly, these ...

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 ...

Explore the beauty of nature’s creatures with the most stunning eyes in the animal kingdom. These animals boast eyes that will mesmerize you!

The molds and plate were removed after three hours of curing, and the team applied silicon adhesive to bond the rigid ...