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Pistol Shrimp

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Discover the incredible pistol shrimp, a tiny marine creature with a powerful snapping claw that creates superheated bubbles. Learn about its unique hunting methods and symbiotic relationships.

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    Pistol Shrimp Create Bubbles Hotter Than the Sun's Surface

    They snap their claws to create cavitation bubbles that briefly reach temperatures of over 4,500°C (8,132°F) and produce a shockwave powerful enough to stun or kill small prey. This phenomenon is known as sonoluminescence.