| Family: |
Lithodidae (stone and king crabs), subfamily: Lithodinae |
| Max. size: |
22 cm CW (male/unsexed); 16 cm CW (female); max.weight: 4,500.0 g; max.weight: 1,450.0 g |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 25 - 489 m |
| Distribution: |
Northern Pacific and the Arctic: Alaska, Russia and Japan. Temperate to polar. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Prefers disparate, deep habitats with cobble, gravel, and rock (Ref. 110607). Exhibits cannibalism (Ref. 101157). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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