Crabs

Crabs are crustaceans, they have a hard exoskeleton, five pairs of legs and two sets of claws. Crabs are usually found in oceans and other bodies of water. They are a major source of food for many species, including humans. They are also used as a source of bait for fishing. Crabs play an important role in aquatic ecosystems by scavenging for food and serving as both a predator and prey. They are also important in the food chain, providing sustenance for many animals, such as stingrays, turtles, and larger fish. Crabs have been used medicinally as a traditional medicine in China, as well as studied as a source of possible antibiotics. In addition, they are popular in the aquarium hobby and provide an interesting alternative to the traditional fish tank.

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International Marine Science Journal

ISSN: 2643-0282
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor: Begoña Martínez-Crego, Postdoctoral Researcher, Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR), Faro
International Marine Science Journal publishes interdisciplinary, translational, clinical, theoretical and experimental research on the latest research in the broad spectrum of management and conservation issues related to the marine environment and marine science.