Arthropod acoustic communication is a primary focus at the Patek Lab. Here you can find our acoustically oriented research projects along with sounds and video of spiny lobsters (Palinuridae) and mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda).
Nicholas Byrne
Nicholas Byrne
Nicholas is a microbiology major with a hobby in taking care of saltwater species and coral life. This hobby led to his interest in the mantis shrimp, which he hopes to learn more about while at Patek labs.
