Ocypode quadrata

Ghost crab
Reiterkrabbe
Spookkrab
Crabe fantôme
Cangrejo fantasma

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

The species lives on the mid-littoral coast
The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
Very common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The animal hunts at night

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 5 cm
The animal is mostly a carrion eater.
Diet : - Mollusks - Insects

Relationship with humans

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