Family: |
Porcellanidae (porcelain crabs) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 1 - 10 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Epizoic (Ref. 106854). Found in shallow water (Ref. 76997), subtidal (Ref. 106854). Suspension feeder. Feeds on the mucus of its sea anemone host, although it is not dependent on it (Ref. 102695). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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