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Zebra Urchin Crab (with eggs)

Zebrida adamsii

Photo by Blogie
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Field Notes

Description:

My previous spotting of this crab: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/8546843

Notes:

I spotted this urchin crab at Dayang Beach, Talikud Island, at a depth of about 30 feet. Actually, there were two of them on this fire urchin. I believe those pink pellets it's carrying underneath are eggs!

Reference Links:

The Zebra Urchin Crab - Identify tropical fish - Whats That Fish!

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Comments (8)
Blogie
Thanks, MayraSpringmann! Haven't been seeing these guys for a long while now. I wonder if they're seasonal...
Blogie
That's right, Owl. Thanks for your comment. :)
Owl
Nice! Impressive camouflage.
Blogie
You're welcome, Ismael, and thanks for your comment!
Ismael Chaves
Wow! this is amazing, fantastic spotting Blogie, Thanks for sharing
Blogie
Thanks, Gerardo! You know, I realized that I had pictures of this crab with eggs only today when I was reviewing my archives. :D

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PublishedFebruary 9, 2012

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