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Munidopsis tridentatus |
Distribution |
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Three-toothed squat lobster |
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Dreizahniger Springkrebs |
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Drie tanden springkrab |
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Galathée tridentée |
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Galatea tresdientido |
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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 on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
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General behaviour of the species |
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Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
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Relationship with humans |
The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
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