| Aspect: | Bright red overall and, as its English name indicates, Paguristes puncticeps features white dots, but these rest on "pimples". Also features bright blue eyes. Carries relatively large pincers. |
| Population: | Not common. |
| Notable feature: | Tip of legs are tipped with black needle-like "nails" |
| Environment: | Usually found close to coral-covered bottom. |
| Behaviour: | Must be approached slowly or will retract. |
Last update: 22/10/15
White Speckled Hermit
- French designation: Bernard l'Hermite à Points Blancs
- Latin designation: Paguristes puncticeps
- Creole designation: -
- Size (cm): 15
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