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Dissected female Eriocheir sinensis, Chinese mitten crab
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Dissected female Eriocheir sinensis, Chinese mitten crab
A dissected female mitten crab (eriocheir sinensis), showing the ripening ovaries. Specimen was collected from the River Thames
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A captivating image of a dissected female Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis), showcasing the intricate details of its ripening ovaries. The crab, a native of the Far East, was collected from the River Thames, bringing an unexpected find to the shores of Europe. The crab's name, Eriocheir sinensis, is derived from the Greek words "eriokheir," meaning "hairy hand," and "sinensis," meaning "Chinese," a fitting name for this crustacean due to its distinctive hairy pincers. This mitten crab is a member of the Decapoda order, which includes crabs, lobsters, and shrimp, and the Malacostraca class, which includes all crustaceans with soft, unsegmented abdomens. The female mitten crab undergoes a complex process of ovary maturation, which is evident in this meticulously dissected specimen. The ovaries are visible, filled with developing eggs, ready to be released into the water to begin a new generation of mitten crabs. This mitten crab, with its black background, is a striking example of the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. Its burrowing habits make it an adaptable and elusive creature, often found in both freshwater and brackish water environments. The mitten crab is also known as the Shanghai hairy crab or the big sluice crab due to its popularity in Chinese cuisine. However, in this image, we focus on the scientific significance of this fascinating invertebrate, highlighting its importance as a member of the Arthropoda phylum, which includes over 80% of all known living organisms. This image serves as a reminder of the wonders that lie beneath the surface of our waterways and the importance of preserving and understanding the natural world around us.
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