The Giant Shrimp Variety That Low-Key Looks Like An Alien - Chowhound

Raytan/Shutterstock Typically, when you see shrimp, you're actually looking at shrimp tails. While there are times when it's best to leave shrimp heads on, the seafood counter at the grocery store usually offers either raw or cooked shrimp tails with the heads already removed. But if you've ever seen a whole shrimp, you know they're a little funny looking. Enter mantis shrimp, which are a crustacean that, when…