Krabby

Krabby is a genus of crabs in the family Cancridae, native to the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region. The genus includes several species, with the most well-known being Krabby patty, a fictional character from the animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants. In the series, Krabby Patty is a popular fast food item sold by the fictional Krusty Krab restaurant, owned by Eugene H. Krabs, a crab character who is also named after the genus.

The real-life Krabby crabs are known for their distinctive appearance, with a large, flat carapace and a pair of large, curved claws. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of marine organisms, including algae, sponges, and small invertebrates. Krabby crabs are also known for their ability to change color, using chromatophores to blend in with their surroundings.

The genus Krabby was first described by the French naturalist Pierre André Latreille in 1802. The name is derived from the Latin word "cancer," which means crab. The genus includes several species, with the most common being Krabby patty, Krabby rurius, and Krabby maculatus. Krabby crabs are an important part of the marine ecosystem, serving as both predators and prey for a variety of other marine organisms.