Callinectes sapidus

ریشه

The genus name Callinectes is derived from the Greek words 'kallos' meaning 'beautiful' and 'nēktēs' meaning 'swimmer'. The specific epithet sapidus is Latin for 'savory' or 'tasty'.

مثال

• Callinectes sapidus is a popular seafood delicacy in many coastal regions.
• The blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, is native to the western Atlantic Ocean.
• The Callinectes sapidus has distinctive blue coloration on its shell.