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Mantis Shrimp Pet in Grow A Garden: Value, Buy & Mutations

لعبة: Grow A Garden
Published on:Nov 5,2025
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The Mantis Shrimp is one of the standout pets introduced during the Safari Harvest Event in Grow A Garden. Known for its colorful body and energetic personality, this pet isn't just cool-looking—it also brings a unique gameplay effect that can help you progress faster. In this guide, we'll break down how to get it, how its ability works, its overall value, and the mutations you can unlock.

How to Unlock the Mantis Shrimp in Grow A Garden

Mantis Shrimp Pet Guide – Value, Abilities & How to Get It

What the Mantis Shrimp Looks Like

The Mantis Shrimp has a bright, multi-colored shell with bold reds, greens, and blues blending together. It has a wide flat body and big expressive eyes that make it look cheerful and lively. It's one of those pets where you notice it instantly when it walks into your garden—it stands out in a really fun way.

How to Get the Mantis Shrimp

MethodDetails
Season 2 PassUnlock at Level 45 in the Season 2 Pass.
Event DurationSeason 2 started November 1, 2025 and ends December 6, 2025.
Buying OptionCan also be purchased from U4GM for $6.99.

If you already play regularly, leveling the pass to 45 is doable—just remember to play daily and complete tasks. 
If you started late or don't want to grind, buying Mantis Shrimp Pet from U4GM may be the easier option.

Tip: Pets from season passes often become harder to get in future updates, so getting it now is a good move if you like collecting.

Mantis Shrimp Trait

Effect: Every 14:48–5:33 minutes, the Mantis Shrimp will punch something in your garden, causing a random effect.

When it punches a fruit, there is a chance to apply a mutation, such as:

  • Sundried (makes certain fruits worth more)

This makes the Mantis Shrimp useful for players who like experimenting with garden builds or improving their fruit values.

Value Analysis

CategoryRating / Info
TierLegendary
Direct Buy Price$6.99 on U4GM
Event AvailabilityLimited (Season 2 only)
UtilityGood for mutation farming

Is it worth it? 
Yes, especially if:

  • You enjoy collecting event-exclusive pets.
  • You want help unlocking rare fruit mutations.
  • You like pets with visual style (and Mantis Shrimp definitely has style).

If you don't care about cosmetic uniqueness, you could skip it—but its ability to trigger mutations gives it more practical value than many event pets.

Mantis Shrimp Mutations Gallery

Mutation NameAppearanceDescription
AromaticLight green shadeOften boosts pleasant or “fresh” look; used for aesthetic gardens.
GlimmeringBright glowing white effectAdds sparkle and is usually considered rare and visually flashy.
NuttyBrown wood-like shellFun earthy tone; fits autumn-themed gardens.
TetheredAqua-green with orange edgesHas a connected-looking pattern and is considered one of the more stylish variants.

Each mutation changes the shrimp's shell color and sometimes adds glowing or aura effects. While none of these mutations change the ability, collectors love them for display.

Summary

The Mantis Shrimp is a colorful, fun, and surprisingly useful Legendary pet introduced in the Season 2 Safari Harvest Event. You can unlock it at Level 45 in the Season Pass or purchase it for $6.99 if you prefer to skip grinding. Its mutation-triggering punches make it helpful for players trying to upgrade or customize their gardens.

It's a pet that's both fun to own and valuable for progression, especially for collectors and mutation-focused players.


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