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Green reef crab

Mithraculus sculptus

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Fun Facts

The green reef crab originated in the Caribbean.

Species Type:

Invertebrates

Common Name(s):

Green reef crab

Size:

These crabs are smaller, only growing up to half an inch (1.2 centimeters) long.

Diet:

Green reef crabs eat algae, seaweed, shrimp and leftover animal scraps.

Range & Habitat:

Green reef crabs can be found in the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea inhabiting coral reef communities and rocky areas.

Details:

The green reef crab has eight hairy, brown legs and two larger green claws. Their shells are bumpy and rough.