Entity: YETI-CRAB
The Yeti crab is a unique crustacean that inhabits deep-sea hydrothermal vents, resembling the mythical Yeti with its furry appearance. It belongs to the newly discovered family Kiwaidae and was first identified in 2005 in the South Pacific Ocean.
YETI-CRAB
Etymology
The Yeti crab, scientifically known as Kiwa hirsuta, derives its common name from the mythical Yeti due to its furry appearance.
Definition
The Yeti crab is a unique crustacean that inhabits deep-sea hydrothermal vents, resembling the mythical Yeti with its furry appearance. It belongs to the newly discovered family Kiwaidae and was first identified in 2005 in the South Pacific Ocean.
Historical Context
The Yeti crab was first discovered in 2005 in the South Pacific Ocean, marking the identification of a new family of deep-sea crabs, Kiwaidae. This discovery was significant as it was the first new deep-sea crab family found in over a hundred years.
Cultural Significance
The Yeti crab has captured the imagination of the public due to its resemblance to the mythical Yeti. Its unique appearance and habitat in deep-sea hydrothermal vents have made it a subject of fascination and study among scientists and marine biologists.
Related Concepts
The Yeti crab is closely related to other deep-sea decapods that inhabit hydrothermal vents and cold seeps at extreme depths. Its discovery has shed light on the biodiversity of these unique ecosystems.
See Also
A mysterious deep-sea crustacean with a furry appearance, belonging to the family Kiwaidae and discovered in 2005.