Pom-pom Crab [Lybia edmondsoni]
Description
This tiny crab is a master of disguise, often seen perched near its preferred partners on the seafloor or among reef growth. Divers may notice it by the distinctive “pom-pom” look of its setae (hair-like structures), which help it blend in and interact with the surrounding environment.
Where To See Pom-pom Crab
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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| Family |
Xanthidae
Xanthidae
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| Genus |
Lybia
Lybia
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