Spiny King Crab

Paralomis multispina

Abyssal Stats

Depth

500–2,000 m (1,600–6,500 ft)

Size

Up to 20 cm (8 in)

Habitat

Rocky Seafloor

Diet

Detritus and small invertebrates

"I am a deep-sea relative of the famous king crabs, covered in sharp spines."

Think you know the Spiny King Crab?

Prickly-shelled king crabs found on the deep ocean floor.

They are related to commercial king crabs, but their smaller size and deep habitat make them less targeted by fisheries.