The Fiddler Crab’s Famous Claw 🦀✨ The male fiddler crab is easy to recognize — one of its claws is enormous compared to the other. This oversized claw isn’t just for looks. It serves two vital purposes: defending territory from rival males and impressing potential mates. When the male waves his giant claw in rhythmic motions, he’s not only showing off — he’s performing one of nature’s most charming courtship displays. Even more fascinating, if a male loses his massive claw in a fight, he can gr
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