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Common Decorator Crab

Schizophrys aspera

Photo by Eric Noora
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Field Notes

Description:

"Large crab with spiny carapace, long legs and claws. In particular the claws are very long and not fouled, unlike the rest of the body. Two robust spines between the eyes. (see photo 2)"
Source : http://www.seadb.net/en_Decorator-crab-Schizophrys-aspera_619.htm

Habitat:

Back reef, Coastal bay, Lagoon. Indo-Pacific

Notes:

Spotted this Decorator Crab hiding beneath a sea urchin. Night Dive at Dive and Trek House reef.

Reference Links:

common decorator crab (Schizophrys aspera), Schizophrys aspera, Decorator crab

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