Lamarck's Sponge Crab [Lamarckdromia lamarcki]
Description
The Lamarck's Sponge Crab also known as Lamarckdromia lamarcki is a species of crab in the family Dromiidae. They are typically found in the tropical waters of the Western Pacific, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan. This crab species is known for its unique behavior of carrying a live sponge on its back for camouflage and protection from predators. They have a carapace that is slightly longer than it is wide, and their coloration often matches the sponge they carry.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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| Family |
Sponge Crabs
Dromiidae
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| Genus |
Lamarckdromia
Lamarckdromia
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