hau6 jyu2鱟魚鲎鱼
Jyutpinghau6 jyu2
Yalehauh yú
Definition
Horseshoe crab.
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How it's used
Often referred to as living fossils due to their ancient lineage, these creatures are strictly protected in Hong Kong waters. Locals sometimes refer to them as 夫妻魚 because they are frequently found in pairs, with the smaller male attached to the larger female.
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zek3隻jekExamples
I saw a horseshoe crab on the beach when I was small.
Is the horseshoe crab considered a living fossil?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with regular crabs, as they are biologically more closely related to spiders and scorpions. They are not edible in local culinary culture and are strictly protected by law.
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