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portunidae

/pɔːrˈtjuːnɪdiː/

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noun

/pɔːrˈtjuːnɪdiː/formalscientific
  • ruСемейство крабов, широко известных как плавающие крабы, характеризующихся уплощёнными задними ногами, приспособленными для плавания.

A family of crabs, commonly known as swimming crabs, characterized by their flattened hind legs adapted for swimming.

proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A family of crabs known as swimming crabs, characterized by flattened rear legs adapted for swimming.

    ruПлавающие крабы

    • Portunidae are commonly found in coastal waters around the world.
    • The swimming crab, a member of the Portunidae family, uses its paddle-like legs to move quickly through water.
    • Many species within Portunidae are commercially important for fisheries.