Articles for tag: animal intelligence, aquatic adaptation, crab behavior, Crustaceans, Marine Biology, marine ecology, ocean ecosystems, ocean science, seaweed farming, Underwater Life

Yeti Crabs and Bacterial Gardens

Crabs That Farm Seaweed

Jan Otte

Picture this: a crab carefully tending to its own underwater garden, harvesting like a meticulous farmer. While this might sound like something from a children’s story, the reality is far more fascinating. Marine scientists have discovered that certain crab species have developed remarkable relationships with and algae that resemble agricultural practices more than typical predator-prey ...