What is another word for paralithodes?
Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəlˌɪθə͡ʊdz] (IPA) 
Paralithodes is a genus of large, edible crabs that inhabit the eastern Pacific Ocean. The term "paralithodes" is derived from the Greek words "para", meaning "beside", and "lithodes", meaning "stone", which is a reference to the crab's habit of living near rocky shorelines. There are several synonyms for the term "paralithodes", which are often used interchangeably. These include "king crab", "stone crab", "Alaska king crab", and "red king crab". Regardless of the term used, these crabs are prized for their delicious meat and are a popular choice among seafood lovers around the world.
