Family: |
Majidae (spider crabs) |
Max. size: |
30 cm CW (male/unsexed); max.weight: 14 kg |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 50 - 400 m |
Distribution: |
Northwest Pacific: Japan and Taiwan. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Largest crab in the world. Leg span may measure up to 3.7 m and weight may exceed more than 13.6 kg (Ref. 99323). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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