Macrocheira (Noun)
Meaning
Giant crabs of Japan.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Japanese spider crab, also known as macrocheira, is a species of marine crab that can be found in the waters around Japan.
- Macrocheira kaempferi is the scientific name for the Japanese spider crab, which is known for its impressive leg span.
- In Japanese waters, the macrocheira can grow up to 12 feet from claw to claw, making it one of the largest arthropods on the planet.
- The macrocheira is a deep-sea creature that typically inhabits areas with rocky or muddy bottoms at depths of up to 2,000 feet.
- Despite its fearsome appearance, the macrocheira is a relatively gentle creature that feeds on algae and other small organisms.