Family: |
Paguridae (right-handed hermit crabs) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 700 m |
Distribution: |
Northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Epibenthic (Ref. 87524). Occurs on middle continental slope at depths of over 400 m (Ref. 7404). Detritivore, consuming phytoplanktonic detritus (Ref. 107006). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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