Great Spider Crab
Leptomithrax gaimardii
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Leptomithrax gaimardii
Other names
Spider Crab, Giant Spider Crab
Size
Up to 16 cm (6.29 in) Carapace
Weight
Over 2 kg (4.4 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Deep ocean waters amongst sandy, rubble, rocky & reef areas often rich with algae & seaweed
Depth Range
0 - 820 m (2,690 ft)
