White-clawed squat lobster [Raymunida albida]
Description
The White-clawed squat lobster is a species found in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. They are usually found at depths of 300 to 700 meters. They are known for their white claws and a carapace with a mixture of white and brownish-red color. Their carapace has a rough texture, which helps them blend with the rocky sea floor.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Squat Lobsters
Galatheidae
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| Genus |
Raymunida
Raymunida
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