Crustaceans
Long-clawed Squat Lobster
Munida rugosa
Also known as: Anomura Crab, Plated Lobster, Rugose Squat Lobster
ALSO KNOWN AS
- Anomura Crab
- Plated Lobster
- Rugose Squat Lobster
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Overview
Found under boulders and in crevices, over mud, sand and rocky substrates, in shallow to deeper waters of the continental slope. Females have smaller claws.
Anomura crabs are considered false crabs, they have a longer abdomen and the back legs are modified or reduced so hardly noticeable.
These crabs include the hermit crabs and squat lobsters.
Many thousands of species live worldwide in sea water, fresh water and on land.
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How to identify
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Eastern Atlantic, Mediterranean
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LIVES IN
Found under boulders and in crevices, over mud, sand and rocky substrates, in shallow to deeper waters of the continental slope.
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Adult photos 1
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ALL STAGES
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Deep dive
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More in the family
Squat Lobsters (Galatheidae)



