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How long do mantis shrimp live in captivity?

Asked: Trevor Allen, Last Updated:

There are records that large Mantis shrimp lived for over 20 years. However, in aquariums, hobbyists usually keep small species (3 – 5 inches or 7 – 12 cm) that usually do no live more than 2 – 5 years.

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