A striking Mantis Crab (Menippe rumphii) commonly known as the Mantis Crab, is renowned for its vibrant colours and unique morphology. This species is found in shallow marine environments, often residing under rocks or coral. Its powerful claws are used for hunting and defense, making it an intriguing predator. The Mantis Crab also exhibits fascinating behaviour, such as using its claws to signal to potential mates.

Please Be Aware: The specimen that you will receive may differ in size, shape or colour very slightly since you are purchasing a natural product.

Where do we source our insect specimens? All of our specimens are purchased from conservation farming projects. Please visit our ethics pages in the menu for details on the type of projects we work with.

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