Fisherman Catches Giant 18-inch Shrimp-Like Creature in Ft. Pierce, Florida

Giant Shrimp

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission posted photos to its Facebook page of what appears to be a giant shrimp-like creature caught by fisherman Steve Bargeron in Ft. Pierce, Florida. Scientists studying the photos say the creature resembles a mantis shrimp (see previously), but at 18 inches long is significantly larger than average. They will continue to review the photos to identify the creature. In a tweet to the Commission, Bargeron says the creature is 18-inches long and claims it is a mantis shrimp.

Giant Shrimp

Giant Shrimp

photos via Steve Bargeron

via MyFWC, Deadspin, Alex Bruns

Glen Tickle
Glen Tickle

Amelia's dad. Steph's husband. Writer, comedian, gentleman. Good at juggling, bad at chess.