Fennerogalathea [Fennerogalathea]

Description

Fennerogalathea comprises squat lobsters that are distinguished by their relatively small size and the presence of distinct spines on their carapace and claws. These species are typically associated with deep-sea environments, where they inhabit soft sediments. They are known for their secretive nature, often hiding within the substrate or under deep-sea corals.

Species
Red-tipped squat lobster
Red-tipped squat lobster [Fennerogalathea chirostyloides]
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Atlantic squat lobster
Atlantic squat lobster [Fennerogalathea atlantica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Arthropods
Arthropoda
Class Crustaceans
Malacostraca
Order Decapods
Decapoda
Family Squat Lobsters
Galatheidae
Statistics
  • Species 2