Macrothea [Macrothea]
Description
Macrothea contains squat lobsters that are distinguishable by their large, flattened claws and the ornate patterns on their carapace. These species are generally found in shallow water environments, including coral reefs and rocky coasts, where they feed on a mix of detritus and small invertebrates.
Species

Giant Sea Star [Macrothea gigantea]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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Family |
Squat Lobsters
Galatheidae
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Statistics
- Species 1