Decorator Crabs [Hyas]

Description

Hyas is a genus within the Majidae family, widely known as decorator crabs. These crabs are small to medium in size and have a distinctive behavior of attaching pieces of algae, sponges, and other materials to their bodies as a form of camouflage. This behavior aids in protecting them from predators. They are found in various oceans around the world, inhabiting both shallow and deep waters. Their diets are varied, consisting of both plant material and small animals.