Long-legged Spider Crab - Macropodia rostrata
The long-legged spider crab, Macropodia rostrata, is a very common crab on kelp and particularly muddy sand. Quite slow moving and vulnerable to predation, it often camouflages itself with algae in order to blend in with its surroundings. Probably grows to about 10cms across the full stretch of the legs.
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Long-legged Spider Crab - Macropodia rostrata
The long-legged spider crab, Macropodia rostrata, is a very common crab on kelp and particularly muddy sand. Quite slow moving and vulnerable to predation, it often camouflages itself with algae in order to blend in with its surroundings. Probably grows to about 10cms across the full stretch of the legs.
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North Sea - St. Abbs Marine Reserve
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Long-legged Spider Crab - Macropodia rostrata
The long-legged spider crab, Macropodia rostrata, is a very common crab on kelp and particularly muddy sand. Quite slow moving and vulnerable to predation, it often camouflages itself with algae in order to blend in with its surroundings. Probably grows to about 10cms across the full stretch of the legs.
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Date:
Location:
North Sea - St. Abbs Marine Reserve
Photographer: