red rock crab

The 'red rock crab' is a term encompassing several species of crabs known for their reddish color and affinity for rocky coastal environments.

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Definition

B2Pacific Coast of North America

(scientific, common)A species of crab known for its brick-red color, large claws with black tips, and wide body, commonly found from Alaska to Baja California.

Example

  • The red rock crab, *Cancer productus*, is often seen in the rocky intertidal zones along the Pacific coast.
  • Despite their smaller size, red rock crabs are sought after for their sweet meat.

C1South American Coast

(scientific)A species of crab with a red shell, commonly found along the western coast of South America.

Example

  • Grapsus grapsus, another type of red rock crab, is a familiar sight on the rocky shores of South America.

C1Southern Indian and Pacific Oceans

(scientific)A red-shelled crab species found from South Africa to Chile in the southern Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Example

  • Guinusia chabrus, known as a red rock crab, inhabits the rocky coasts from South Africa to Chile.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "red rock crab":

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