10 abnormally large creatures you never knew existed – This will shock you! (+Photos)

6.  The Japanese Spider Crab – Leg Span Of 12 Ft.

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As you probably guessed by the name, the Japanese Spider Crab spends its days in the waters around Japan.  This thing is enormous. It has a ridiculous leg span, some have been known to reach up to 12 feet. They weigh up to 41 pounds, and although that might not seem like a lot, may we remind you, we are talking about a crab! You wont see these on a swim as they hang out between 60 and 2,000 feet deep in the ocean.  They feed off of shellfish and dead animal carcasses (which is something I never, ever want to see)  and can live up to 100 years.