ovalipes (Meaning)
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ovalipes (n)
a genus of Portunidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of ovalipes
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
ovalipes Sentence Examples
- Ovalipes is a genus of crabs commonly known as swimming crabs.
- Ovalipes crabs are characterized by their oval-shaped body and distinctive swimming legs.
- The most common species in the genus Ovalipes is the European green crab (Ovalipes ocellatus).
- Ovalipes crabs are found in coastal waters around the world in both temperate and tropical regions.
- They are typically found in sandy or muddy seabeds, where they feed on a variety of invertebrates.
- Female Ovalipes crabs lay their eggs in egg cases attached to their abdomens, and the eggs hatch into planktonic larvae.
- Ovalipes crabs are a commercially important species, and are harvested for food in many parts of the world.
- They are typically caught using traps or nets, and are often sold live or processed for food products such as crab cakes or soups.
- Ovalipes crabs have been introduced to new areas around the world through shipping and aquaculture activities.
- Some Ovalipes species have become invasive in new habitats, competing with native crab species for resources and habitat.
FAQs About the word ovalipes
a genus of Portunidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Ovalipes is a genus of crabs commonly known as swimming crabs.
Ovalipes crabs are characterized by their oval-shaped body and distinctive swimming legs.
The most common species in the genus Ovalipes is the European green crab (Ovalipes ocellatus).
Ovalipes crabs are found in coastal waters around the world in both temperate and tropical regions.
