Description

Also known as Forceps Crab, Polka-dot Crab, Spotted-belly Forceps Crab, True Crab.

Found hiding in crevices, over shallow coastal waters, of estuaries and rocky shores.
They feed on crustaceans.
Length - 9cm
Depth - 0-6m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

These crabs have asymmetrical clawed arms, the larger one having a gently curved tooth at the base of the top finger, and the smaller claw with slender fingers, much like a pair of forceps, hence the name. Ref: http://www.sealifebase.org/summary/Ozius-guttatus.html