Sculptured Shrimp Crabs [Cryptolithodes]

Description

Cryptolithodes species are known as sculptured shrimp crabs due to their unique, flattened, and ornately sculpted carapaces. These crabs inhabit the rocky substrates and kelp forests of the northern Pacific Ocean, from shallow to moderately deep waters. Their diet is varied, including algae, detritus, and small invertebrates.

Species

Sculptured Shrimp Crab [Lophozozymus pictor]

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Polka Dot Shrimp Crab [Lophozozymus pulchellus]

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Blue Striped Shrimp Crab [Lophozozymus incisus]

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Spotted Shrimp Crab [Lophozozymus oblitus]

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Taxonomy