The Japanese giant spider crab (Macrocheira kaempferi) is a species of marine crab and is the largest crab found in the waters around Japan. [2] At around 3.75 meters (12 ft), it has the …

Apr 13, 2025 · Imagine a creature with legs that could stretch across a small room! The giant Japanese spider crab boasts the longest leg span of any arthropod, reaching up to 12 feet. …

Oct 19, 2025 · The Giant Japanese Spider Crab (Macrocheira kaempferi) is the world’s largest arthropod, famous for its long, spider-like legs and enormous size. Native to Japan’s deep …

Apr 9, 2025 · Despite its intimidating size, the Japanese giant spider crab is not an aggressive predator; it primarily feeds on dead animals, plant matter, mollusks and other crustaceans. Its …

The Japanese spider crab is a giant crustacean that can grow up to 12.5 feet that is most commonly found on the Pacific side of Japan. At first glance, they look like ancient monsters …

Jul 8, 2024 · The giant spider crab is the largest known species of crab and may live up to 100 years. The Japanese name for this species is ‘taka-ashi-gani’ literally translating to “tall legs …

Inhabiting the Pacific waters around Japan, the Japanese Spider Crab stands as the largest crustacean in the world, boasting a unique body structure and a remarkable set of elongated …

They may look like something from a 1950s sci-fi film, but Japanese spider crabs are gentle giants. And giants they are. Of the 60,000 species of crustaceans on Earth, Japanese spider...

The massive leg span of the Japanese spider crabs make it the world’s largest living crab. The carapace (main body cavity) of the Japanese spider crab is 12 inches (30 centimeters) across.

Nov 20, 2024 · Known for its incredibly long legs and impressive size, this crustacean can reach a leg span of up to 12 feet, making it the largest arthropod on Earth. Found in the waters …