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Marine World Heritage Photo Gallery

Marine World Heritage is a prestigious list of 43 marine ecosystems and...

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Crab Gills Absorb Nutrients

The European green crab, a particularly pesky invasive species along United States'...

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The Porcelain Crab

Anemone porcelain crabs may look delicate but they have their own sort of armor: a...

Personal Perspectives

The Design of a Beautiful Weapon

This summer, many of you have likely enjoyed feasting on crabs, be they blue,...

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Claws Out: Fiddler Crabs Do Battle

Male fiddler crabs each have a single super-sized claw that they use as a weapon to...

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The Great Hermit Crab Migration

Over the last few days, a video of hermit crabs stampeding across the rocky shores...

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A green crab’s super power: eating through its gills

The phrase “to inhale your food” evokes images of hot dog eating contests or...

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European Green Crab (Carcinus maenas)

The European green crab (Carcinus maenas) has spread far beyond its native...

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5 Invasive Species You Should Know

Regardless of what continent you live on, the waters that surround it are home to...