Horseshoe crabs are often referred to as the "living fossils" of our planet—the four known species, including three in Asia ...

- large marine arthropod of the Atlantic coast of North America having a domed carapace that is shaped like a horseshoe and a stiff pointed tail; a living fossil related to the wood louse ...

The horseshoe crab, particularly the American horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus), plays a crucial role in coastal ecosystems, especially in areas like Delaware Bay, where it supports a diverse ...

The horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) has been around since before the dinosaurs ... While the lifespan of horseshoe crabs in the wild is not clear, they have been known to live up to 15 years in ...

Every May and June, horseshoe crabs (Limulus polyphemus) emerge from the Arthur Kill and Raritan Bay onto the beaches of Conference House Park. The horseshoe crab has been around since before the ...