Jeweled Anemone Hermit
Dardanus gemmatus
- Group: Crab
- Typical depth: 2–100 m
The jeweled anemone hermit crab decorates its shell with living sea anemones, gaining stinging protection it carries everywhere across reefs and coral rubble. It works the shallows down to around a hundred metres, swapping anemones between shells as it grows.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Diogenidae › Dardanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 208698.
FAQ
- How deep does the Jeweled Anemone Hermit live?
- The Jeweled Anemone Hermit (Dardanus gemmatus) is typically found at 2–100 m.