| Family: |
Diogenidae (left-handed hermit crabs) |
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| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 120 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific: east coast of Africa to Japan and Tuamotu Archipelago. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found along the neritic zone, in reef areas (Ref. 97241). Commonly inhabits broad-mouthed cone shells (Ref. 8423). Carnivore (Ref. 108396). Observed to feed on tridacnid clams in aquaria by chipping valve ends (Ref. 108392). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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