Lopholithodes mandtii

Puget Sound king crab
Crabe royal du Puget Sound
Cangrejo real de Puget Sound

Distribution

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 140 Meters.
Uncommon Species
Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Imitates a rock or a coral.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 30 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sea urchins - Sea stars - Sea cucumbers

Relationship with humans

Pinches can be very painful
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asVulnerable