Ringed hermit crab [Striopagurus cylindricus]
Description
Striopagurus cylindricus, also known as the ringed hermit crab, is a species of hermit crab that is native to the tropical waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. It has a cylindrical body with a series of distinct rings or segments, which gives it its common name. This species is nocturnal and can be found in a variety of habitats, including seagrass beds, coral reefs, and rocky bottoms. The ringed hermit crab is a scavenger, feeding on a variety of organic material.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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| Family |
Hermit Crabs
Paguridae
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| Genus |
Striopagurus
Striopagurus
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