Galathea squamifera

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Black squat lobster
Schuppiger Springkrebs
Zwarte galathea
Galathée noire
Sastre negro
Galatea

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 70 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 6 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest