Sharpnose Crab

Scyra acutifrons

Sharpnose Crab

A spider crab of rocky shores, the sharpnose crab ranges from the intertidal down to about 90 metres among algae and encrusting animals. It decorates its shell with bits of seaweed and sponge, holding the camouflage in place to disappear against the bottom.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Epialtidae › Scyra

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 441698.

FAQ

How deep does the Sharpnose Crab live?
The Sharpnose Crab (Scyra acutifrons) is typically found at 0–90 m.
How big does the Sharpnose Crab get?
The Sharpnose Crab grows to about 3.8 cm.