Zebra Hermit Crab [Clibanarius zebra]
Description
The Zebra Hermit Crab, Clibanarius zebra, is a species of marine crab known for its distinctive black and white striped pattern, resembling that of a zebra. They inhabit coastal waters, tidal pools, and coral reefs, where they scavenge for food. They have a large, robust claw, which they use for defense and for closing the entrance to their shell.
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 |
Clibanarius
Clibanarius
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