In this True Facts animal segment we take a look at amazing Mantis Shrimp Facts as we discover and learn about this unique sea creature. I had no idea that the Mantis Shrimp is a prehistoric fossil of the living clown but it makes perfect sense once it’s explained. I also wasn’t aware how deadly and ferocious a Mantis Shrimp can be when it comes to protecting it’s underwater turf and surviving in the ocean.