Crabs : Science World Report

Nov 11, 2015 02:00 PM EST

Do Crabs Feel Pain? Study Reveals New Findings

Researchers carried out an experiment to determine if crabs can feel pain, including a group of crabs than underwent an electric shock experiment.

Nov 06, 2015 04:35 PM EST

Invasive Marine Species Benefiting From High Carbon Dioxide Levels

In a recent study, researchers found that marine invasive species such as jellyfish and algae are benefiting from rising carbon dioxide levels in the ocean. These invasive species are inhabiting new areas of the planet, where they are destroying ecosystems.

Sep 28, 2015 07:51 PM EDT

Climate Change: King Crabs May Threaten Antarctic Ecosystem as Predators

Scientists have found that these crabs may soon become high-level predators in Antarctic marine ecosystems where they haven't played a role in tens of millions of years.

Sep 21, 2015 03:52 PM EDT

Blue Crabs Can Withstand Low Oxygen Levels, Contrary To Previous Studies

New findings published in the Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology contradict previous findings showing that adult blue crabs are more tolerant of low oxygen, otherwise known as "hypoxic" conditions.