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Ocypode quadrata |
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Ghost crab |
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Reiterkrabbe |
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Spookkrab |
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Crabe fantôme |
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Cangrejo fantasma |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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Substrate and environment |
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The species lives on the mid-littoral coast
The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
Very common species.
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The animal hunts at night
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 5 cm
The animal is mostly a carrion eater.Diet : Crustaceans - Mollusks - Insects
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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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