spider crab

Macrocheira kaempferi

Family: Frogfish Category: Predator Max size: 380 cm

Species information

Habitat: deep ocean floors, typically at depths of 150 to 300 meters
Distribution: North Pacific Ocean, particularly around Japan
Food: omnivorous, feeding on algae, mollusks, and detritus
Way of living: mostly solitary but can be found in groups during mating season
Behavior: known for their long legs and ability to camouflage with their surroundings; they are generally slow-moving and can be quite shy.

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