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Old September 7th, 2008, 12:35 AM
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GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

This was taken on Christmas Island, north of Australia.

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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

OMG, could you imagine stepping on that thing?OUCH!

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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

Now thats what I would call a mantis.
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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

holy crap thats huge
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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

now that would make a tasty meal!

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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

He looks delicious!

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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

Almost as big as Yote's... almost...
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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

I'd like to have one that size,in its own tank of course.
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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

Umm if I'm not mistaken that is just the exo... The real thing is still out there and even bigger now!

EDIT: I think I am mistaken. oh well... the ocean is now a bit safer without it
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Re: GIANT Mantis Shrimp!!

Nice that thing looks like it could be fun to have and watch eat.
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