Hyman's hermit crab [Anapagurus hymanae]
Description
Anapagurus hymanae, also known as Hyman's hermit crab, is a species predominantly found in the deep sea of the northeastern Pacific Ocean. It has a distinct yellowish-brown coloration and lives in gastropod shells, often covered with sea anemone or sponge. This species is known for its solitary nature and prefers to inhabit sandy or muddy bottoms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Hermit Crabs
Paguridae
|
| Genus |
Anapagurus
Anapagurus
|