Ocypode ceratophthalma

Horned ghost crab
Gehörnte Geisterkrabbe
Crabe fantôme

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

Substrate and environment

The species is terrestrial
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.
Common species.
Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Lives in large groups
Hides in the sand.
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 8 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
The animal can show variable colouring

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!