pistol shrimp
English
editEtymology
editThe snapping claw is reminiscent of a pistol.
Noun
editpistol shrimp (plural pistol shrimps or pistol shrimp)
- An shrimp (Alpheidae) which has asymmetrical claws, the larger of which can be used to produce a loud snapping sound and shockwave that can stun or kill its prey.