Inachus phalangium
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 with another animal
- The species can be found between 0 and 55 Meters.
- Common species.
- Imitates a rock or a coral.
Environment and movement of the nocturnal species
- The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
- The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
General behaviour of the species
- The species is territorial
- Species generally solitary
- Lives in partnership with a sea anemone
- 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 : 2 cm
- Maximum age known : 2 year(s)
- The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest