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Phylum Arthropoda - Crabs

Spotted Box Crab
        Spotted Box Crab          
Calappa  philargius  (Calappidae)

The thin, spindly legs of box crabs can be withdrawn close to the body, giving them a box-like appearance. Spotted Box-crabs are most easily seen at night when they emerge from the sand for feeding.

   

Box crab is also known as shame faced crab because its claws are held in front of the head, looking like hiding its face behind the claws.

 

Box Crab
Box Crab
   
Blue-swimming Crab
            Blue-swimming Crab                  Portunus  pelagicus      (Portunidae)

The Blue-swimming Crab is a local delicacy. It is often seen half buried in sand or mud.

 

 

   

The species of commensal crab is always associated with crinoids, often occurring as a male and female pair.

 

Tropiometra afra

Tropiometra  afra

   
Crab 1
Crab 1

This species is usually associated with Acropora corals. The coral branches provide them excellent hiding places.

 

   

This tiny crab was found on a branch of stony coral.

 

 

Crab 2
Crab 2

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