Trapezia cymodoce [Trapezia cymodoce]
Description
Trapezia cymodoce is a reef crab closely tied to coral habitats, typically found nestled within the coral’s structure. When divers swim past, these crabs may become visible as they emerge briefly, then quickly retreat to the safety of their coral “fortress.”
Where To See Trapezia cymodoce
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Trapeziidae
Trapeziidae
|
| Genus |
Trapezia
Trapezia
|
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