Mantis Crab (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical marine burrowing crustaceans with large grasping appendages.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The mantis crab is known for its powerful claws that can snap shut quickly to capture prey.
- Mantis crabs are nocturnal creatures that spend most of their time hiding in their burrows during the day.
- These tropical marine crustaceans have large grasping appendages that help them to defend themselves from predators.
- Mantis crabs are skilled diggers and can create complex burrows in the sandy ocean floor.
- The mantis crab's large claws are also used for territorial disputes and mating rituals.