How deep does the True Crabs live?

The True Crabs (Paraxanthias notatus) is typically found at 0–6 m.

True Crabs

Paraxanthias notatus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–6 m

A small reef crab of the neritic zone, this xanthid scuttles through intertidal and subtidal rock and coral. It is an opportunist that feeds on bristleworms and small molluscs. Many of its close relatives carry potent toxins in their flesh, so reef crabs like this are not for the pot.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Xanthidae › Paraxanthias

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 444325.

FAQ

How deep does the True Crabs live?: The True Crabs (Paraxanthias notatus) is typically found at 0–6 m.