Are mantis shrimp common to Victoria bays?

No, mantis shrimp are not common in Victorian bays. Mantis shrimp are primarily found in tropical and subtropical waters, particularly in the Indian and Pacific oceans. They typically inhabit coral reefs and rocky crevices in shallow waters, where they feed on small fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. While there have been isolated reports of mantis shrimp sightings in temperate waters, they are not commonly found in the cooler waters of Victoria bays.