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Common Spider Crab

Libinia emarginata

Description:

Rather small, around three inches across with four to five inch legs. Very spiky and dark brown/red coloring.

Habitat:

Rocks in ocean bay or shallows or open oceans.

Notes:

Found on the side of the wooden boardwalk surrounding Watch Hill Marina. Took forever to catch!

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Mark Ridgway
Mark Ridgway 10 years ago

Removed from the mission 'Signs of Wildlife' because it is not a 'sign' but is 'actual' wildlife.

SaraPaige626
Spotted by
SaraPaige626

Fire Island, New York, USA

Spotted on May 28, 2013
Submitted on Dec 9, 2013

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