Southern Sphaerodromia [Sphaerodromia australis]
Description
This species is found in the deep-sea regions off the coast of Australia. They are known for their reddish color and the unique shape of their carapace, which is almost spherical. They are found at depths of approximately 200 to 1000 meters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Sponge Crabs
Dromiidae
|
| Genus |
Sphaerodromia
Sphaerodromia
|