Spiny Eurete Crab [Eurete spinifer]
Description
Eurete spinifer, also known as the Spiny Eurete Crab, is a marine hermit crab species native to the Atlantic Ocean. This species is characterized by its spiny exoskeleton, which provides it with an extra layer of protection against predators. Spiny Eurete Crabs are found in a variety of habitats, from shallow tidal pools to deeper waters. They are omnivorous scavengers, feeding on a variety of organic material and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
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| Family |
Giant Glass Sponges
Euretidae
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| Genus |
Eurete
Eurete
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