Small Villosus Hermit Crab
Pagurus villosus
- Group: Crab
- Typical depth: 5–76 m
- For divers: safe
A nocturnal hermit crab of the Pacific coast, it tucks into empty snail shells and gathers in large groups to graze on algae over hard ground and seaweed. It lives from about 5 metres down to roughly 76 metres and is harmless to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Paguridae › Pagurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 366810.
FAQ
- How deep does the Small Villosus Hermit Crab live?
- The Small Villosus Hermit Crab (Pagurus villosus) is typically found at 5–76 m.
- Is the Small Villosus Hermit Crab dangerous to divers?
- The Small Villosus Hermit Crab is harmless to divers.