Publications by authors named "Shinnosuke Chida"
J Biosci Bioeng
September 2019
Article Synopsis
- Two species of land crabs, Chiromantes haematocheir and Chiromantes dehaani, found in Japan's seaside forests primarily consume plant materials and detritus.
- Research indicates that these crabs have the ability to break down cellulose and lignin, key components of plant biomass, facilitating their herbivorous diet.
- The study highlights that while all crabs show cellulase activity, higher guaiacol oxidation activity—linked to lignin degradation—is especially evident in the midgut gland of female C. dehaani and some female C. haematocheir, suggesting a stronger herbivorous tendency in females.
