Hyas araneus
Substrate and environment
- Exclusively a marine 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.
- The species can be found between 0 and 350 Meters.
- Common species.
- Imitates a rock or a coral.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- Imitates a rock or a coral.
- The animal is fearful of the diver
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 10 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
- Diet : Algae - -
Relationship with humans
- Pinches can be 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
Sea toad
Nordische Seespinne
Gewone spinkrab
Crabe araignée
Cangrejo Atlántico Norte
Granchio ragno