Lithodes maja

Northern stone crab
Nördliche Steinkrabbe
Augustinuskrab
Araignée épineuse
Araña espinosa

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
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 5 and 800 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 : 14 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

Relationship with humans

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