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Mithrax spinosissimus |
Distribution |
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Channel clinging crab |
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Riesen-Seespinne |
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Wrattige spinkrab |
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Araignée de mer verruqueuse |
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Cangrejo rey del Caribe |
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Granchio reale |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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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 is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 1 and 180 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
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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Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 20 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
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Relationship with humans |
Pinches can be painful
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
-Sport or local fishing.
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