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Ocypode quadrata spp.
Crustacean, nearly clear with "chamelean-like" tendencies to blend in with the color of the surroundings. Size of 1/4 to 3/8 inches in size.
Sandy beach habitat just off of the water. Lives in the sea debris from the waves washing the shoreline
Spotted on Dec 23, 2012
Submitted on Dec 23, 2012
6 Comments
Thank you all for the assist
Thank you @ChunXingWong. I know better. I cant make many changes with my cell. Have to wait until on computer.
There, I have moved this to Arthropods.
Victoroa I know better. Can't change on my cell.
I suspect it is a very young ghost crab of some kind (Ocypode sp.)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost_crab
...and yes, an arthropod.
this should be in the arthropods category. it has an exoskeleton.