Porcellanopagurus jacquesi [Porcellanopagurus jacquesi]
Description
Divers searching around boulders and reefy rubble may find this species tucked under ledges or among encrusting growth. Its small size and quick retreat behavior make it a fun “spot-and-watch” animal—once you notice it, you can often follow its movements for a short time before it hides again.
Where To See Porcellanopagurus jacquesi
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Hermit Crabs
Paguridae
|
| Genus |
Porcelain Hermit Crabs
Porcellanopagurus
|
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