The nickname "thumb splitter" was coined for them because they have the ability to punch their way through aquarium glass and are strong enough to split open human thumbs. Japanese mantis shrimp ...

Mantis shrimp are colorful creatures with an incredibly powerful punch — comparable to a .22 caliber bullet. This punch is strong enough to shatter shells and even glass. Luckily, mantis shrimp remain ...

While the shrimp stock is simmering, prepare the other ingredients. Put the glass noodles in a bowl, add cool water to cover and leave to soak until fully hydrated. Pour into a colander to drain ...

These carnivorous crustaceans pack a powerful punch that can smash mollusk shells at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour and even break glass. Yet the shrimp’s bodies remain intact despite the ...