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The seemingly indestructible fists of the mantis shrimp can take a punch

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When throwing punches, mantis shrimp can strike at the speed of a22 caliber bullet (about 1,316 kmph or 818 mph ) But when it smashes the shells of its prey, these fists come out of it undamaged.

Researchers from Northwestern University studied the dactyl clubs of one species.

They found they have layered structures that selectively block sound waves, acting as protective gear against vibrations.

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