What is another word for pistol shrimp?
Pronunciation: [pˈɪstə͡l ʃɹˈɪmp] (IPA) 
The pistol shrimp, also known as Alpheidae, is a small marine crustacean with a distinctive snap sound. It is famous for its ability to create loud noise by snapping its one large claw. This claw is called the "pistol" and Afeidae uses this for self-defense and to hunt prey on the ocean floor. Some popular synonyms for the pistol shrimp are snapping shrimp, shrimp goby, pistol crab, and synalpheus shrimp. The pistol shrimp is a fascinating creature, and its unique ability to create a loud and explosive sound has captured the interest of many scientists and marine enthusiasts alike.
