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Dardanus arrosor |
Distribution |
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Greater hermit-crab |
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Grosser Einsiedlerkrebs |
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Grote heremietkreeft |
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Grand bernard-l'ermite |
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ermitaño grande |
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Paguro rugoso |
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The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Mediterranean |
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Substrate and environment |
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Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species can be found between 5 and 350 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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General behaviour of the species |
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Species generally solitary
Lives in partnership with a sea anemone
The animal is fearful of the diver
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 10 cm
The animal is mostly a carrion eater.
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Relationship with humans |
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The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
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