Clibanarius erythropus

Rocky-shore hermit crab
Einsiedlerkrebs
Pagure des rochers
Pequeño cangrejo ermitaño
Piccolo paguro

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
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 5 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 1 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
Diet : - Zooplankton

Relationship with humans

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

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!