Slender mud crab [Leaena tamakiensis]
Description
The slender mud crab, Leaena tamakiensis, is a small crab species found in the intertidal zone and shallow waters of New Zealand. This species is easily identified by its slender, elongated pincers and its dark brown to black color. It is often found in muddy areas or underneath rocks, and it is primarily a scavenger, feeding on a variety of organic matter.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Terebellida
Terebellida
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| Family |
Spaghetti Worms
Terebellidae
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| Genus |
Leaena
Leaena
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