family Lithodidae
Definition
Noun: - A taxonomic family of marine crustaceans: Family Lithodidae refers to a biological family within the order Decapoda, comprising crabs commonly known as king crabs or stone crabs. They are characterized as deep-sea crabs typically found in cold waters.
Usage
- Scientific Classification: Used primarily in biological and zoological contexts to classify a specific group of crabs.
Advanced Usage
- In Ecological Studies: The term is used when discussing the habitat, distribution, or role of these crabs in cold-water marine ecosystems.
Variants and Related Words
- Lithodid (adj/n): Pertaining to or a member of the family Lithodidae.
- King crab: A common name for many species within this family.
- Stone crab: Another common name for some species in this family.
Synonyms
- King crab family: A descriptive synonym.
- Stone crab family: A descriptive synonym.
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Decapoda: The larger order to which this family belongs.
- Anomura: The infraorder (Anomura or "false crabs") which includes hermit crabs and lithodid crabs.
- Paralithodes: A prominent genus within the family Lithodidae, including the red king crab ().
Noun
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deep-sea crabs of cold waters
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