Lithodidae (Noun)
Meaning
Deep-sea crabs of cold waters.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Deep-sea exploration in the Antarctic Ocean led to the discovery of several new species within the family Lithodidae, also known as king crabs.
- The Lithodidae, commonly found in cold deep-sea environments, exhibit unique adaptations that enable them to thrive in harsh conditions.
- Studies of deep-sea Lithodidae crabs suggest that they play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of cold-water ecosystems.
- The Lithodidae family, comprising various species of king crabs, is found throughout the cold waters of the world's oceans, from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
- King crabs, which belong to the family Lithodidae, often take long periods to mature, making them vulnerable to overfishing and the effects of climate change.