Crabs have 10 legs in total. This includes:
- 8 walking legs
- 2 claws (also called pincers or chelae), which are technically legs modified for grabbing and defense
So, crabs are classified as decapods, meaning "ten-footed."
Crabs have 10 legs in total. This includes:
So, crabs are classified as decapods, meaning "ten-footed."