Project Noah is a tool to explore and document wildlife and a platform to harness the power of citizen scientists everywhere.
Project Noah is a tool to explore and document wildlife and a platform to harness the power of citizen scientists everywhere.
Gecarcinus quatradus
Large land crab.
Halloween Crabs occupy coastal Mexico and Central America and can even be found as far south as Peru. They are forest dwellers, subsisting on leaves and seedlings, and usually feed at night. Despite occupying coastal rainforests and spending most of their time on land, Halloween Crabs must return to the water to lay their eggs.
we've lost our colorful land crabs once frolicking during low tides. :(((
This crab has a few other names but I think Halloween most suits it. Glad you enjoyed the spotting Megan!
Wonderful colors! I'm partial to anything Halloween related, so this crab is an instant favorite. Nice spot!
I've posted some shots of crabs I have seen in this same area because I am curious - mine, while similar in appearance, have very different coloration. Yet I have seem photos similar to mine identified with the same species name as this one. Is it the same species, with variation in color, or a different species? I'd appreciate it if people would have a look and tell me what they think.
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/111...
I am glad you all enjoyed the spotting! Thanks for the confirmation Jonathan.
Nice one! I have seen crabs with red and blue colors in this area, but never one with this coloration.
Lat: 10.11, Long: -85.79
Spotted on May 9, 2012
Submitted on May 12, 2012
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