| Aspect: | Very hairy small crab (body hardly 2cm long) appears brown with reddish top. Sans fur, it would appear cream coloured with brown bands |
| Population: | Probably common but difficult to spot. |
| Notable feature: | Black and white mosaic eyes. |
| Environment: | Usually found in Gian Anemones in shallow waters. |
| Behaviour: | Does not appear to be too shy. |
Last update: 22/10/15
Anemone Crab or Banded Clinging Crab
- French designation: Crabe Velu des Anémones
- Latin designation: Mithraculus cinctimanus
- Creole designation: -
- Latin family: Mithracidae
- Size (cm): 2
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