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Maja squinado
Species of migratory crab found in the north-east Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea. This specimen was decorated in sea grass and algae. About 10 cm carapace wide. 25-30 cm legs spread.
Sea grass bed in the depth about 5-6 meters. Native to Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
Other names include spiny spider crab or spinous spider crab. Migrations generally take place in autumn.
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