macrocheira kaempferi

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Noun macrocheira kaempferi has 1 sense

giant crab, Macrocheira kaempferi - very large deep-water Japanese crab
--₁ is a kind of spider crab
--₁ is a member of Macrocheira, genus Macrocheira

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Macrocheira kaempferi

Macrocheira kaempferi, also known as the Japanese spider crab, is a species of marine crab found in the waters around Japan. It is considered the largest living arthropod and has a unique appearance with long legs and a large body.

Noun

1. A species of crab native to the waters around Japan, known for its impressive size and distinctive appearance.

Example sentence: The Macrocheira kaempferi can grow to have a leg span of up to 4 meters.

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of the Japanese spider crab.

Example sentence: The aquarium showcased a stunning exhibit of live Macrocheira kaempferi crabs.