Horseshoe Crabs

Merostomata

Description

Horseshoe crabs are not true crabs but belong to a separate class of arthropods. They are known for their large, horseshoe-shaped carapace and a long, pointed tail. They are commonly found in shallow coastal waters.

Orders
Xiphosura

Xiphosura

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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Statistics
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