Pugettia producta
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 generally found on or close to the seafloor.
- The species can be found between 0 and 75 Meters.
- Common species.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- The animal is fearful of the diver
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 9 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
- Diet : Algae -
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
Northern kelp crab
Crabe du varech
Cangrejo de las algas