Peacock Mantis Shrimp – Large
Peacock Mantis Shrimp – Large
Peacock Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) in large size. A spectacular but highly predatory marine crustacean best kept in a dedicated, secure aquarium.
- Care level: Expert
- Temperament: Extremely aggressive / predatory
- Maximum size: About 7 inches
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons in a dedicated species setup
- Reef safe: No
- Diet: Carnivore; crustaceans, mollusks, and other meaty marine foods
- Tank compatibility: Best kept alone; will prey on cleanup crews and may attack fish or other invertebrates
- Special care: Provide a secure, stable burrow and use caution during aquarium maintenance because of its powerful strike
Representative livestock: Color pattern and size vary by individual.
Live Animal Shipping — $79.99 Flat Rate Overnight
Includes insulated livestock packaging, fish bags and packing materials, and temperature control with a heat pack or ice pack when required. Live fish, coral, and invertebrates are shipped using overnight service only.
$99 minimum livestock order.
To protect the health and safety of our livestock, all live animals must ship using overnight service. Dry goods may ship using standard ground shipping. Livestock normally ships Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday when safe and possible.
Our DOA guarantee requires clear photos within 24 hours of recorded delivery. Approved claims are issued as store credit unless DNA Aquatic specifically approves otherwise.