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Giant Spider Crab
Macrocheira kaempferi
The Giant Spider Crab is the largest known species of crab and boasts the greatest leg span of any arthropod, with legs that can stretch up to 3.8 meters (12 feet) from claw to claw. Native to the deep waters off the coast of Japan, this invertebrate has a rounded, orange-brown …
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- The Giant Spider Crab holds the record for the longest leg span of any marine arthropod, outstretching even the largest land spiders.
- Giant Spider Crabs can regenerate lost limbs, which helps them survive in their harsh environment. During spring, thousands migrate to shallower waters to mate, creating a spectacular underwater gathering. Their camouflage abilities allow them to blend in with rocks and seaweed, providing protection from predators.
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