Probably not in the wild. They live around 500 to 1,000 feet deep. That’s dark, cold, and terrifying. You’d need a submarine to say hello.
But you can see them in some aquariums. They’re surprisingly chill in captivity. They just sit there like grumpy old men at a bus stop.
One aquarium in Japan even has a feeding schedule. Tourists gather to watch it eat a fish. It’s oddly hypnotic, like a slow-motion monster movie.
The Weirdest Fact of All
These crabs are considered a delicacy in Japan. Yes, people eat them. They trap these giants and serve them as pricey sushi.
But here’s the twist: Their legs are the only part with meat. The body is mostly shell and goo. So you’re paying a fortune for a few long, skinny crab sticks.
Also, catching them is strictly regulated. Too many were being caught, and their numbers dropped. Now, fisheries have limits to protect these gentle behemoths.
