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Why the peacock mantis shrimp is called the ‘Mike Tyson’ of the ocean

In the colourful world beneath the waves, one small creature stands out for its sheer strength and speed. The peacock mantis shrimp is often compared to heavyweight boxers, earning the nickname “Mike ...
Forbes

The ‘Mantis Shrimp’ Is A True Scientific Marvel—Here’s Why

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. At first glance, the mantis shrimp is an unassuming ...

Ocean’s tiny loudspeaker: Science found that a "tiny shrimp" as loud as jet engines

They are smaller than a finger, yet louder than jet engines. Snapping shrimp are flooding coastal waters with sound, disrupting marine research. Scientists warn their noise could reshape how oceans ...
The New York Times

Is Shrimp Good for You? It’s Complicated.

Americans love their prawns. So how healthy are they — for us and for the planet? Credit...Yasu & Junko/Trunk Archive Supported by By Erik Vance Erik Vance has spent years reporting on the fishing ...

‘The Sea Table’ brings Vineyard seafood to your kitchen

Stories of Fishermen & Recipes from Martha’s Vineyard” is a beautiful tribute to the way of life and ocean harvest of the ...
The New York Times

Too Much of Our Seafood Has a Dark Secret

Mr. Greenberg and Dr. Safina have been writing books, articles and essays about the world’s oceans for three decades. Aug. 11, 2024 This essay is part of What to Eat on a Burning Planet, a series ...
csis.org

A Shrimp Among Whales: Singapore's Multifaceted Approach to the Indian Ocean Region

The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) has gained strategic prominence as an arena for great power rivalry. Since unveiling the Twenty-First Century Maritime Silk Road concept in 2013, China’s presence in the ...